As the US pursues a strategic pivot to East Asia, Paul Pryce examines whether a northward pivot to the Caspian is in Iran’s future.
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.
India’s ‘Asia Pivot’
Paul Pryce looks at the implications of INS Baaz, an Indian naval base recently established near the Strait of Malacca.
Air Power in the Gulf
With the UAE and Qatar preparing to buy fourth-generation fighter jets, Paul Pryce looks at the Gulf region’s growing gap in air power.
Canada’s Future Navy: A Grand Design?
Paul Pryce looks at the future development of the Royal Canadian Navy, focusing on the procurement of new combat vessels.
CIMSEC’s Corvettes of the Persian Gulf: A Strategic Survey
Paul Pryce looks at the different roles corvettes play in the maritime forces of the Gulf states and Iran.
The Cotonou Conundrum: Pirates and Private Security
Paul Pryce explores the implications of piracy on the coastlines of Benin and Togo and suggests some possible solutions.
HMCS Toronto: A Year of Counter-Smuggling
“Paul Pryce discusses the role of HMCS Toronto in the fight against drug smuggling in the Arabian Sea.
CIMSEC: Canada’s Maritime Strategy
This article is a part of The Hunt for Strategic September, a week of analysis on the relevance of strategic guidance to today’s maritime strategy(ies).
Taking Things Littorally
As debate over the United States’ new Littoral Combat Ships continues, Paul Pryce looks at Canada’s equivalencies.
The Cyber Siege of NATO
NATO is experiencing a growing number of cyber attacks, straining resources. Paul Pryce suggests a PR solution.