Improving The Peace Prize

The Nobel Peace Prize was established by Alfred Nobel, the Swedish

inventor and philanthropist, in 1901. Committee members in Norway meet

privately to consider nominees. They look for world leaders who advance

the cause of peace. But in recent years, this process has come under

scrutiny. Critics say the prize has lost its way by honoring leaders who

later fueled wars and violence. On this edition of PEACE TALKS RADIO,

correspondent Avishay Artsy explores the Nobel Peace Prize’s shortcomings

and the calls to reform it. Guests are Dr. Kjetil Tronvoll, professor of

peace and conflict studies at Oslo New University College in Norway and

Dr. Comfort Ero who is the president and CEO of International Crisis

Group.