Ambassador Vesko Garcević comments on Zelenskyy’s Oval Office Visit
Ambassador Vesko Garcević, Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, was invited by TRT World News to comment on the recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. His take on the meeting was broadcast on February 28th here. In the commentary, he described the meeting as an unprecedented display…
Ambassador Vesko Garcević participates in political TV show “The Context”
Ambassador Vesko Garcević, Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, participated in the political TV show The Context on February 19th. The show Global Tectonic Changes: the Return of Realpolitik addressed President Trump’s foreign policy and the US global posture. In addition to Ambassador Garcević, the show featured Aaron Mate, journalist and author, and Mirko Dautović, foreign…
Ambassador Garčević hosts “What does Trump’s Return Mean for the Balkans?” Panel
Ambassador Vesko Garcević, Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, participated in the fifth annual IEMS winter seminar on security and diplomacy centered on the Eastern Mediterranean at a time of geopolitical and economic grand realignment. The event is organized by the Institute of East Mediterranean Studies – Emmanuel College in partnership with…
Trade Wars and Global Shifts: Jorge Heine Analyzes U.S.-China Relations
In a recent interview with France 24’s weekly magazine Así es Asia, Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, discussed the ongoing trade war between the United States and China. With tariffs escalating between the two economic giants, Heine provided key insights into the global implications of…
Jorge Heine Analyzes the Future of the Organization of American States
Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, explores the significance of the upcoming election for the Secretary-General of the Organization of American States (OAS) in a recent column published in Project Syndicate. At a time of geopolitical uncertainty and shifting inter-American relations, Heine argues that this election…
Storella Cites Value of Allies and International Engagement in LA Radio Interview
Professor of the Practice Ambassador Mark Storella underlined the importance of America’s alliances and multilateral engagement for the safety of the American people in an interview with Nana Gyamfi on KPFK radio in Los Angeles. Storella explained how our NATO alliance has kept the peace in Europe for 76 years; however, the alliance is now…
Professor Woodward on the Naming of USS McClung
In a recent BU Today article, John Woodward, director of Boston University’s Division of Military Education and professor of the practice of international relations at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, offered his insights on the Navy’s decision to name a new class of medium landing ships after fallen Marine Major Megan McClung….
Pardee School Unveils Its First Magazine Issue
Pardee School launches its inaugural magazine issue spotlighting the The Next Generation of Global Leaders.
Ambassador Jorge Heine on U.S.-China Competition and the Panama Canal
In a recent article, Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, was extensively quoted on his insights on the geopolitical significance of the Panama Canal. In a recent interview, Heine addressed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks suggesting military action to reclaim control over the canal, highlighting…
Hare Analyzes Complex Trump-Maduro Relationship Amid Venezuelan Election Fraud
Hare identifies a ‘subtle shift’ in Trump’s approach to Venezuela despite continued election fraud concerns. While maintaining sanctions and recognizing opposition leader González as legitimate, the administration has pursued pragmatic engagement with Maduro on deportations and hostage releases, suggesting self-interest now drives this complex diplomatic relationship.
Heine on Indonesia’s BRICS Membership: A Major Step for the Global South
Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, explores the significance of Indonesia’s entry into BRICS in a recent analysis published by China Daily. Writing on the country’s growing global role, Heine argues that Indonesia’s full membership in BRICS is not just an economic milestone but a strategic…
Najam on Pakistan’s Climate Vulnerability: “Every Country Is Now a Victim”
Professor Adil Najam, Dean Emeritus at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, weighed in on the latest Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2025 report, which ranked Pakistan as the most climate-affected country in 2022. The report, released by the European think tank Germanwatch, attributes Pakistan’s ranking to the devastating 2022 floods, which displaced over 8…
Slobodian on Trump’s ‘Billionaire Cabinet’ and the Rise of Silicon Valley Power
Quinn Slobodian, Professor of International History at the Pardee School of Global Studies, examines the unprecedented dominance of billionaires in Donald Trump’s second administration in a recent commentary published by The Guardian. Slobodian argues that while wealth and power have always been intertwined in American politics, the scale, sector, and strategy of elite influence are…
Trump’s Second Term: Garcević on Implications for the Balkans
Ambassador Vesko Garcević, Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, provided insights into the potential impact of Donald Trump’s second presidential term on the Balkans across multiple media platforms. In the BBC Serbian Service article “What does Trump’s return mean for the Balkans?”, Garcević argued that the Balkans would likely only attract Trump’s…
Slobodian Dissects Trump’s ‘Billionaire Administration’
Professor Quinn Slobodian, Professor of International History at the Pardee School of Global Studies, recently appeared on CBC Radio’s Front Burner podcast to discuss the unprecedented influence of billionaires in Donald Trump’s second administration. With figures like Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and David Sacks playing key roles, Slobodian examines how the Trump White House is…
Slobodian on Elon Musk: a Deep Dive into his ‘Hostile Takeover’
Professor Quinn Slobodian, Professor of International History at the Pardee School of Global Studies, recently authored a cover story entitled “Elon Musk’s hostile takeover: Inside the mind of the billionaire at the heart of American power;” published by The New Statesman. Slobodian’s latest piece offers a deep dive into the enigmatic and often contradictory persona…
Stern Warns of ISIS’s Enduring Digital Influence
Jessica Stern, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and terrorism expert, authored an analysis in The New York Times examining ISIS’s persistent influence despite its territorial defeat. Drawing on her extensive research interviewing extremists, Stern highlights how the group’s ideology continues to resonate with vulnerable individuals through online channels….
Heine on Trump’s Confrontational Policy
Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, recently commented on the implications of President Donald Trump’s foreign policy in a media discussion. Heine highlighted how Trump’s aggressive stance – marked by sudden tariff threats and escalating tensions with allies – could push key partners toward closer ties…
Heine Discusses Indonesia Joining BRICS
In a recent interview with Anand Naidoo, on The Heat, Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, dissects the significance of Indonesia’s recent joining of the BRICS group. Along with Heine, Einar Tangen, Anton Fedyashin, and Gita Wirjawan joined this discussion which addressed the topic of Indonesia…
Heine Lends Insights into US-China Relations as Trump’s Presidency Begins
Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, was recently interviewed by Anand Naidoo, on The Heat, regarding Donal Trump’s second term in office and the prospects of US-China relations. Along with Heine, Chas Freeman, Yan Liang, and Victor Gao joined this discussion which addressed the question: “What…