Essays on Canada's place in the world order.

Ethical business behavior has an unexpected payoff: it reduces the likelihood of violence. This insight forms the basis of Business, Integrity, and Peace, first published in 2007. Academic and popular interest in the topics of corporate responsibility and 'peace through commerce' has surged. This book demonstrates that the adoption of generally accepted ethical business practices does not require wholesale changes in corporate governance. It does require, however, the development of more reflexive and self-regulating models of corporate decision-making, drawing upon three strands of existing corporate responsibility approaches: the legal, the managerial, and the aesthetic. Fort introduces the concept of Total Integrity Management, providing an integrative framework that transcends disciplinary boundaries to create ethical corporate cultures, which in turn offer the best opportunity for corporations to become instruments of peace. Business, Integrity, and Peace is an important and provocative work that will appeal to academic scholars, business leaders and policy-makers alike.

Integrity is the cornerstone of effective leadership. It builds trust, inspires loyalty, and ensures long-term success. In today's world, where leaders face constant scrutiny, maintaining integrity is more crucial than ever. This book, "The Leadership Integrity Guide," explores the multifaceted nature of integrity in leadership, offering insights, strategies, and real-world examples to help leaders navigate the complexities of ethical leadership. Why Integrity Matters Integrity in leadership means consistently aligning actions with core values and principles. Leaders with integrity are transparent, accountable, and committed to doing what is right, even when it's challenging. Their ethical behavior sets the standard within their organizations and influences broader societal contexts, shaping organizational culture, driving employee engagement, fostering innovation, and building trust with stakeholders. Exploring Leadership Integrity This book covers a wide range of topics, including: Historical Perspectives: Insights from leaders like Abraham Lincoln, Mahatma Gandhi, and Nelson Mandela. Integrity Across Sectors: Business, politics, sports, military, and global leadership. Psychological Foundations: Traits supporting integrity, such as moral reasoning and empathy. Building Integrity: Strategies for personal and organizational integrity. Trust and Communication: The role of trust and effective communication. Overcoming Challenges: Navigating ethical dilemmas and external pressures. Future Trends: The impact of technology and emerging trends on leadership integrity. Real-World Examples and Actionable Insights The book includes case studies and practical steps for implementing integrity in leadership. From Johnson & Johnson’s response to the Tylenol crisis to Jacinda Ardern’s inclusive leadership, these examples provide valuable lessons and inspiration. A Guide for All Leaders Whether you are a seasoned executive, mid-level manager, or emerging leader, this book offers valuable insights and guidance on leading with integrity. The principles and strategies discussed are applicable across industries and organizational levels. "The Leadership Integrity Guide" serves as a comprehensive resource to help leaders understand and implement ethical leadership principles. By learning from real-world examples and applying practical strategies, leaders can build trust, foster a positive culture, and achieve lasting success. Welcome to the journey towards ethical and effective leadership.

"The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic marks the most significant, singular global disruption since World War II, with health, economic, political, and security implications that will ripple for years to come." -Global Trends 2040 (2021) Global Trends 2040-A More Contested World (2021), released by the US National Intelligence Council, is the latest report in its series of reports starting in 1997 about megatrends and the world's future. This report, strongly influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, paints a bleak picture of the future and describes a contested, fragmented and turbulent world. It specifically discusses the four main trends that will shape tomorrow's world: - Demographics-by 2040, 1.4 billion people will be added mostly in Africa and South Asia. - Economics-increased government debt and concentrated economic power will escalate problems for the poor and middleclass. - Climate-a hotter world will increase water, food, and health insecurity. - Technology-the emergence of new technologies could both solve and cause problems for human life. Students of trends, policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, journalists and anyone eager for a glimpse into the next decades, will find this report, with colored graphs, essential reading.

Why has the PRC been so determined that Taiwan be part of China? Why, since the 1990s, has Beijing been feverishly developing means to prevail in combat with the U.S. over Taiwan's status? Why is Taiwan worth fighting for? To answer, this book focuses on the territorial dimension of the Taiwan issue and highlights arguments made by PRC analysts about the geostrategic significance of Taiwan, rather than emphasizing the political dispute between Beijing and Taipei. It considers Beijing's quest for Taiwan since 1949 against the backdrop of recurring Chinese anxieties about the island's status since the seventeenth century.

This report published by ISPI and the Brookings Institution analyzes the challenges to international order posed by the ongoing race for technological superiority.