Heine Publishes Chapter in External Powers in Latin America
In his chapter, co-authored by Hari Seshasayee, trade advisor at ProColombia, Ambassador Heine examines India’s changing presence in Latin America.
Pardee Center Graduate Summer Fellows Present Research
Summer 2021 Graduate Fellows at the Pardee Center presented the current progress and findings of research conducted during their 10-week fellowship program.
Mako Publishes Article on de-Ba’athification
Professor Mako illuminates the enduring effects of exclusionary lustration on subsequent attempts at state-and peacebuilding in divided, post-colonial societies.
Pardee School Faculty Speak During Young Diplomats Summer School
Professor Goldstein and Dean Najam joined fellow diplomats, professors, scientists, prominent public figures, experts, and many more as they presented to young diplomats, future leaders, and decision makers.
Heine Interviewed on China’s Communist Party
In his remarks, Ambassador Heine elaborated on China’s setbacks and achievements in the 72 years of CCP rule, as well as on the challenges ahead.
Storella Publishes Article on Kenneth David Kaunda
“He was a remarkable leader, the last surviving lion of African independence, and—despite some serious lapses—an example of political courage from whom leaders around the world can still learn.”
Ye Comments on China’s Leadership and Growth
“Whether China can rival or surpass the U.S in GDP and technology is shaped by its own domestic trends…whether it is still able to allow local dynamism to flourish.”
Pardee School Partners with UNITAR on Science Diplomacy Executive Training
Professors Garčević, Erik Goldstein, Hare, Najam, Selin, Storella, and Weinstein took part in UNITAR’s Executive Summer Programme on Innovations in Science Diplomacy, which aims to triangulate education, research and leadership.
Najam Discusses Accelerated Withdrawal of U.S. Troops from Afghanistan
“We should brace ourselves for much more violence in the coming months, as the final settlements is likely to be determined through conflict rather than negotiations.”
GDP Center Publishes Paper on Debt Relief & Green Development
Co-authored by the GDP Center, the Heinrich Böll Foundation and the Centre for Sustainable Finance at SOAS, University of London, the report proposes an ambitious blueprint for designing debt relief to secure green, resilient and inclusive development.
Hefner Discusses Indonesian Pluralities on Notre Dame Podcast
Professor Hefner discusses his recent book and the lessons that can be learned from Indonesia regarding Islam, Citizenship, and the transition to Democracy.
Sarkar Speaks at SHAFR Capitalism Roundtable
Professor Sarkar discussed how the histories of capitalism can transform the study of U.S. foreign policy in the twentieth century, with particular reference to U.S. leadership in nuclear technologies and knowhow during the Cold War.
Lori Awarded Best Book By APSA MENA Politics Section
“Offshore Citizens: Permanent “Temporary” Status in the Gulf,” the latest book by Professor Lori, was named the best book of 2021 by the American Political Science Association’s Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Politics Section.
Miller & Mukundan Co-Author Op-Ed on Foreign Aid
“The very act of being offered aid in a time of need can be seen as the outcome of an established reputation, and as an achievement of status rather than lack of it.”
Najam Discusses Lessons & Opportunities of COVID
In his remarks, Najam commented on the lack of a multilateral response during the pandemic, the environmental impacts of COVID-19, as well as what the post-COVID future might look like.
Garčević Joins Panel on Ethnic Tensions in Montenegro
“The divisions among Montenegrins are the product of different views of Montenegrin identity, which give rise to different attitudes towards values, especially civic values and the understanding of Montenegro’s place in modern Europe.”
Schmidt Participates in Panel Discussing European Reform
In response to prospects of reform coming out of the EU’s Conference on the Future of Europe, Professor Schmidt offered specific recommendations to bolster EU legitimacy, which will bolster the public’s trust in European governing practices.
Fewsmith Publishes “Rethinking Chinese Politics“
Tracing four decades of elite politics, Fewsmith’s new book focuses on how people gain positions and consolidate power. His conclusions challenge much of the literature on authoritarian systems in general and on China in particular.
Pardee Center’s “The World After Coronavirus” Adapted by Link TV
The Pardee Center series features Boston University and world experts imagining what a post-COVID world might look like.
Brulé Op-Ed Explores Forces Shaping Political Gender Gap
“In India, Banerjee has broken the glass ceiling for women in politics. As female political participation rises, so do incentives and opportunities for running for office.”