Recent satellite imagery suggests North Korea’s maritime power has been underestimated. Paul Pryce explores the implications for the region.
Author: Paul Pryce
Paul Pryce is a Research Analyst at the NATO Association of Canada, supporting the work of the Canadian Armed Forces Program. Holding degrees from the University of Calgary and Tallinn University, he has previously worked in conflict resolution as a diplomatic aide with the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly and as an infantryman in the Canadian Armed Forces. His research interests are diverse and include maritime security, the African Peace and Security Architecture, and NATO-Russia relations.
Fleet Expansion: A Big Boost for Vietnam
Paul Pryce looks at the regional prominence of the Vietnamese People’s Navy and its fleet modernization plans.
NATO, China, and Somali Piracy: A Missed Opportunity?
As the EU and China step up joint activities in the Gulf of Aden, Paul Pryce discusses the need for closer NATO-China relations.
Libya Three Years Later: Recap of the Calgary Conference
On 23 March 2011, as the Qaddafi regime turned its weapons against the Libyan people, NATO commenced Operation Unified Protector, intended to enforce a United Nations mandated no-fly zone and to protect the civilian population. Almost three years later, on 21 March 2014, the NATO Council of Canada hosted an event in Calgary on this Read More…
Election Time in Africa’s Narco-State
After repeated postponement, Guinea-Bissau is holding new elections. Paul Pryce looks at the implications for this troubled country.
Afghanistan’s Decision: A Look at the Presidential Election
As the date of Afghanistan’s presidential election approaches, Paul Pryce looks at some of the top contenders and the implications of each.
Lessons from Mali: ECOWAS Under Review
As ECOWAS undergoes a process of review on the 35th anniversary of its founding, Paul Pryce offers some ideas for reform.
Putting Boots on the Ground in Bangui
As the violence worsens in the Central African Republic, Paul Pryce examines how the international community is responding.
The Tipping Point: Sao Tome and West African Piracy
Paul Pryce explores how the politics of a small island nation could play a big role in West African counter-piracy.
Promoting Peace in Liberia: An Interview
Paul Pryce interviews the co-founder of SADAD, a Liberian NGO that is fostering peace and tackling corruption across the country.