Najam Speaks at Event on MA Climate Change Bill
The Least Developed Countries (LDC) Fund bill allows local climate action in Massachusetts to link directly with global impact.
GDP Center Publishes New Data on China’s Energy Financing
According to new data, China’s overseas energy financing decreased 43% from the $8.1 billion in lending to foreign countries recorded in 2019, the lowest level since 2008.
Heine Quoted in FT on Chile’s COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
Chile is one of the frontrunners in the global scramble for vaccines on a per capita basis, something Ambassador Heine attributes to its “good relations with many countries around the world.”
Goldstein Discusses British Royal Family with La Razón
“Charles has prepared all his life for the role, and no doubt will be ready to assume the role.”
Lukes Publishes Articles on Czech Communist Leader Rudolf Slánský
Professor Lukes provides background on and interviews the daughter of Rudolf Slánský, general secretary of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia and a life-long Stalinist.
Pardee Center Hosts Webinar on Future of Global Climate Change
In the premier “The Future of…” webinar, global experts discussed the Paris Agreement, the state of a global climate solution, and the local to global dichotomy of climate action.
Najam Discusses Iran Nuclear Deal with 92 News
While the IAEA agreement is a step in the right direction, Najam was quick to note it does not mark a breakthrough in US-Iran relations.
Longman Quoted in Articles Discussing Rwandan Government
Professor Longman discusses the trial of Paul Rusesabagina and the Rwandan governments suppression of free expression.
Garčević Quoted on China’s Growing Influence in the Balkans
“Chinese projects in the region are initially praised for providing employment and promoting economic growth. However, there are silver linings.”
Nolan Reviews Book on Child Separation in the U.S.
“Taking children is a crime of long standing in America. It is not a recent mutation, a freak accident on which we can easily turn the page.”
Selin Co-Authors Article on Chemical & Waste Policy
An overarching body on chemicals and waste “is a critical and necessary step toward strengthening informed policy-making for achieving the global sound management of chemicals and waste.”
Faculty Weigh In On Priorities for Human Development
What should the top policy priorities be for supporting human development in the year ahead?
Grimes and Kring Publish Article on East Asian Financial Governance
Professor Grimes and William Kring discuss East Asia’s economic growth and explore why the economies of the region have not put forward new models of global financial governance.
Pardee Alumni Wins Emmy for Work on “March Madness Confidential”
The Pardee School caught up with Joel Kitay to discuss his Emmy win, career path, and how Boston University remains a big part of his life.
How to Rebuild America’s International Image in a Changing World
Experts discussed the United States’ image abroad, how it can engage with international stakeholders, and how the Biden administration can work to restore the country’s reputation as a global leader.
Najam Interviewed by VOA Radio on Trump Impeachment
“The real ‘trial’ of what happened on January 6 will continue in the public imagination for a long time to come.”
Miller Publishes New Book: Why Nations Rise
Professor Miller’s new book aims to reshape our understanding of what a rising power is, and why the ideational sources of their motivation – and not just material sources – are so important.
Najam Discusses Post-Pandemic South Asia at Atlantic Council
Dean Najam noted the lessons he learned from “The World After Coronavirus,” the turbulent state of global politics pre-COVID-19, and how the pandemic is going to shape political realities in Pakistan.
ASC Launches 2021 Walter Rodney Lecture Series
The Walter Rodney lecture series kicked off its 44th year with a webinar exploring “Youth, Pop Culture and Terror Warfare in Sierra Leone.”
Shifrinson Discusses Grand Strategy Under Biden
In his lecture, Shifrinson focused on the Biden administration’s efforts to reassert U.S. leadership in international affairs and the difficulties of doing so.