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Talk to a Diplomat: Dr. Peter Vincent Pry Part II

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Dr. Pry served on the Congressional Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United States from 2008-2009, the Commission on the New Strategic Posture of the United States from 2006-2008, and the Commission to Assess the Threat to the United States from Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) Attack from 2001-2008. Dr. Pry discusses the impact that these Commissions have made in educating the public about major issues of concern pertaining to both state and non-state actors.

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Part I: NATO ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

Dr. Pry served as Professional Staff on the House Armed Services Committee of the U.S. Congress from 1995-2001. Some of the portfolios he has worked on include nuclear strategy, WMD, Russia, China, NATO, the Middle East, Intelligence, and Terrorism. Dr. Pry discusses the impact of Russia on the rest of the world.

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Part II: NATO ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

Next, Dr. Pry discusses issues in Germany today.

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Part III: NATO ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

Dr. Pry discusses the impact of Russia, North Korea, China, and Iran on the rest of the world.

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Part IV: NATO ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

Magdalena Surma
Magdalena Surma is currently Canada's NATO Program Contributor and Outreach Coordinator. Former Program Editor of Global Horizons, Magdalena completed a BA in Legal Studies (Honours) and a Masters in Public Service at the University of Waterloo. She also attended Harvard during two summers, where she completed courses in psychology, government, and law. In addition, she successfully completed Harvard Law School’s Executive Education Program in Negotiation and Leadership. Magdalena is currently completing an LLB through University of London’s International Program. She is passionate about law, government, and charitable non-profit organizations. As an avid researcher, she hopes to extend her research to investigate women in security while examining society, culture, and international relations. In addition, Magdalena is also passionate about international business and economy. She is very excited about being involved with various projects at NATO, specifically engaging youth and society about international affairs. Apart from a love of politics, Magdalena enjoys fine art, ballet, and classical music.