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Najam Speaks to the UN General Assembly on “Living Indus”
The Indus has cultivated civilization and prosperity for more than 5,000 years; however, due to climate change, Professor Najam says we cannot be sure that we will be able to maintain the health of this great river for even 100 more years.
Najam Leads Series of Consultations on Indus River Basin’s Climate Readiness
The Indus River has sustained civilization for nearly 8,000 years, and according to Najam the challenge now is to ensure that it continues to do so despite the challenges of climate change.
Najam Attends and Speaks at Climate COP28
Prof. Adil Najam spent a busy two weeks attending, speaking at, and commenting to the media on the global climate talks at COP28. Here are some details.
Najam Profiled in Austria’s Südwind-Magazin on ‘Age of Adaptation’
Dean Emeritus Adil Najam is interviewed and profiled in Südwind-Magazin, Austria’s leading development magazine.
Najam Appeals for Stronger Action on Climate Change
In this interview, Professor Najam argues that the “Age of Adaptation” has arrived and that the world must actively prepare for imminent climate disasters.
Najam Discusses Global Costs of Climate Change During UN Keynote
Professor Najam argues that sufficient funds have not been allocated from the most developed and polluting countries of the world to address pressing climate justice demands, and the ongoing costs are being borne by the world’s poorest people who are least responsible for climate change.
Adil Najam
Dean Emeritus;
Professor of International Relations and Earth & Environment
Najam Delivers SDPI Lecture on Climate Change from a Pakistan Perspective
In his remarks, Professor Najam addresses the failures of existing climate agreements, the evolution of climate policy worldwide, the transformation of the climate issue from one of mitigation to adaptation, as well as how Pakistan can tackle its own climate challenges.
Schilde Colloquium Provides Inside Look at EU Policies & Procedures
Professor Schilde’s colloquium brought together global experts and gave the students not only a firsthand account of major policy fields within the EU but also a close look at the in-house procedures and working methods applied within the Brussels complex.
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Alumni Spotlight: Henriquez on International Entrepreneurship
Arturo Henriquez (Pardee ’03, CAS ’93) discusses his journey between the corporate world and serial entrepreneurship since his time at the Pardee School.
Alumni Spotlight: Zaltman on International Business
Jeff Zaltman (Pardee ’96, COM ’96) discusses his work as CEO of Air Race E — the first ever all-electric airplane race.
Dean’s Advisory Board
The Dean’s Advisory Board (DAB) serves as a sounding board for the Pardee School Dean by reviewing and providing feedback on the most important matters facing the school. Members provide advice on broad matters of strategy and planning, serve as ambassadors of the school’s mission and vision, and help raise philanthropic resources for the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies. The membership…
Najam on VOA on Facebook and Cambridge Analytica
Adil Najam discusses how Cambridge Analytica might change Facebook and the practice of politics.
Alumni Spotlight: Gunasekera Goes Global
When Kumudu Gunasekera (Pardee’00) was growing up in Sri Lanka, development around his homeland was exemplified by dirt roads and mud huts. It’s different now.
Initiative on Forced Migration and Human Trafficking
Research. Education. Advocacy. The Pardee School Initiative on Forced Migration and Human Trafficking (FMHT) brings together students, scholars, practitioners and policy-makers to support research, education, and advocacy on the pressing issues of forced migration and human trafficking. Upcoming Events: We are planning some exciting events for the future and will release more information via social…
GEGI Postdoc at UN Climate Talks
GEGI pre-doctoral fellow Rebecca Ray traveled to Lima, Peru in December to present GEGI’s research on the environmental impacts of China in Latin America at meetings around the United Nations climate change meetings.
Ban Asks if East European Life is Better since 1989
Cornel Ban examines economic and social conditions in East Europe since the fall of the Soviet Union.
Events
Upcoming Events Alternatives to the IMF: The Case of the European Monetary Fund Center for Finance, Law and Policy May 3, 2017 Leo Hoffman-Axthelm of Transparency International and Dr. Cornel Ban discussion about the European Monetary Fund, focusing on the emergence of the ESM, the politics behind it, and its track record thus far. GEGI’s Spring Seminar…
Publications
Books Working Papers, Journal Articles & Reports Policy Briefs Opinion Articles Events and Multimedia Books Working Papers, Journal Articles & Reports Policy Briefs Opinion Articles & Media What Will Trump Deliver on Trade? The American Prospect By Kevin Gallagher May 10, 2017 Mexico’s Revenge…