Heine Explains Brazil’s Non-Signing on to China’s BRI
A new Foreign Policy analysis by Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, examines the global media frenzy over Brazil’s decision not to sign on to China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) which “raised eyebrows”. Heine argues that the media is “making a mountain out... More
Slobodian Analyzes Global Trade Future in NYRB Symposium
Professor Quinn Slobodian examines the implications of Trump's return to office for global trade in The New York Review of Books' symposium. His analysis explores shifts from thousand-percent tariffs to the decline of international institutions, while questioning claims about benefits to working-class Americans. More
Hare Analyzes Cuba’s Energy Crisis
Paul Hare analyzed Cuba's recurring power grid failures, noting the system 'has never been brought into the 21st century, despite years of advice and subsidized oil concessions from allies.' While the government cites U.S. sanctions for maintenance issues, Hare pointed out that government and military elites have private generators. More
Selin Discusses Climate Policy Implications Following Trump Victory with French Media
As various environmental experts weighed in, Selin provided a measured analysis of the Inflation Reduction Act's future under a second Trump presidency. "Elle a déjà prouvé son efficacité, en matière d'emplois créés. Il ne voudra pas et ne pourra pas la supprimer facilement" ["It (the IRA) has already proven its effectiveness in terms of jobs created."] More
Selin Discusses Climate Politics in U.S. Presidential Election with Swedish Media
Pardee School Professor Henrik Selin explains why climate policy has taken a backseat in today's U.S. presidential election: "The campaign has centered on swing states and issues undecided voters consider important. Less than one percent of those living in the country will determine the election," he tells Swedish newspaper Dagens ETC. More
Heine Examines Turkey’s Strategic Move to Join BRIC
A new Foreign Policy analysis authored by Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University's Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, and Ariel González Levaggi addresses Turkey's bid for BRICS membership, marking a decisive shift on global diplomatic terrain. Their assessment shows that rather than signaling a departure from Western... More
Longman on Rwanda’s Fragile Reconciliation
Timothy Longman’s research on Rwanda’s post-genocide reconciliation is central to a recent Atlantic Monthly piece. Longman’s critique of state-driven narratives and memorials highlights the complexities of Rwanda’s healing process, revealing how power dynamics, trauma, and justice intersect in ways that hinder true reconciliation 30 years after the genocide. More
Najam Discusses the Intersection of Economic Development and Climate Change
Adil Najam, speaking on Dawn News' "Fiscal Focus," highlights the urgent need to integrate climate action into economic development strategies, emphasizing that climate change is a significant threat to sustainable growth in countries like Pakistan. More
Najam: Climate Change is a Problem for 8 Billion People
In a recent interview, Adil Najam, Dean Emeritus of the Pardee School of Global Studies, emphasized that climate change is “a problem of 8 billion people.” He called for urgent action, advocating for mitigation and adaptation strategies while promoting a shift from fear-based messaging to an empowering narrative focused on solutions. More
Najam Urges Global Action on Climate Change
Professor Adil Najam emphasized that climate change is "a problem of 8 billion people." He stressed the need for both mitigation and adaptation strategies, calling for a shift from fear-based messaging to empowering narratives. Najam urged global cooperation in the energy transition and expressed optimism about young people's passion for climate More