GWU Hosts Heine for Webinar on Active Non-Alignment for Latin America
Ambassador Heine argues that a policy of active non-alignment is especially urgent given the ongoing and divisive war in Ukraine as well as the financial crisis in Latin America, the worst in 120 years.
Heine Co-Authors Journal Article on Active Non-Alignment
“For Latin America, siding with neither Washington nor Beijing provides a useful road map in a turbulent world. It also opens the possibility of defining a common position for the integration that the region so badly needs.”
Heine Interviewed on Active Non-Alignment for Latin America
Ambassador Heine elaborates on why, given Latin America’s growing marginality in international affairs, it is so important for the region to embrace Active-Non Alignment and not let itself be forced into siding with either of the great powers.
Heine Discusses Active Non-Alignment in Latin America on HDI Podcast
Ambassador Heine elaborates on the origins of the active non-alignment doctrine, the debate it has generated, and the degree to which Latin America’s profound crisis has given added urgency to its application.
Exploring the Global Dimensions of the War in Ukraine
During this edition of “Beyond the Headlines,” a panel of Pardee School professors explores the threat the Ukrainian conflict poses to global security, the politics and strategies shaping the war, the impact of the war on the Global South and China, and much more.
Heine Joins Webinar on Active Non-Alignment Doctrine
Ambassador Heine elaborated on the origins and evolution of the Active Non-Alignment doctrine for Latin America, why it has resonated so much, as well as how the Ukraine war has given new impetus to Non-Alignment globally.
Heine Outlines the Doctrine of Active Non-Alignment
“Active Non-Alignment promotes greater political cooperation and regional integration in Latin America, as well as a closer relationship with Asia, the most dynamic area today.”
Heine Comments on U.S./G7 Counter to China’s BRI
China’s BRI has vastly increased its influence in global politics, but the U.S. and G7 are trying to counteract this. Can these superpowers collaborate on global infrastructure rather than compete? Ambassador Heine offers his thoughts.
Heine Offers Insight into Competition for Influence in Latin America
Ambassador Heine’s remarks echo the main thesis of his latest book, in which he argues that steering clear of siding with either the U.S. or China and focusing strictly on Latin America’s own interests is the best strategy for the future.
Heine Quoted on Resurgence and Future of Non-Alignment Movement
Ambassador Heine comments on the new non-alignment movement, how it was born out of pragmatism and China’s growing global influence, as well as what it means for the future of the global order.
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Heine Guest Edits “TI Observer” Issue on Ukraine and Active Non-Alignment
In his feature article, Ambassador Heine describes the adoption of active non-alignment as seen in the international response to the war in Ukraine, the continuation of such a strategy and its implications, as well as how the war marks a seismic shift in world affairs.
Heine Publishes Article on Summit of Americas and Active Non-Alignment
While the most mentioned country – Cuba – was not present at the Summit of the Americas, another country, present in everyone’s mind, was passed over in silence – China. What is this a symptom of? Ambassador Heine explains.
Heine Comments on New Latin American “Pink Wave”
Ambassador Heine argues that as a second Cold War rears its head, a policy of Active Non-Alignment “may provide a useful guide to channel the foreign policies of Latin American nations, at a time of a changing international system, and as the region’s need to re-establish its presence in world affairs is especially urgent.”
Heine Interviewed on Global South’s Strategy Toward Ukraine Crisis
In his remarks, Ambassador Heine explains why the reaction to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the sanctions against them have been so different in the West than in the Global South.
“Foreign Affairs Latinoamérica” Reviews Heine’s “Active Non-Alignment and Latin America“
“‘Active non-alignment and Latin America: a Doctrine for the New Century’ is a book whose doctrine is essential to understand and reassess the position of Latin America in the international environment and with a multilateral perspective.”
Heine Discusses Need for New Non-Alignment Movement
A vocal proponent of creating what he calls “Non-Aligned 2.0,” Ambassador Heine discussed his proposed strategy of active non-alignment, what brought about the need for such a strategy, and the importance of regional collaboration in making it a reality.
Heine Publishes Op-Ed Advocating for Active Non-Alignment
“As the world stumbles towards the Second Cold War, developing nations realize that if they want to safeguard their autonomy, the last thing they need to do is to align themselves with either of the great powers.”
Diplomats and IR Experts Discuss Prospect of a Second Cold War
During the “Beyond the Headlines” event, David Malone – Rector of UN University and Under-Secretary-General of the UN – Professor Min Ye, and Ambassador Jorge Heine discuss UN Security Council structure, expansion, and reform as well as what factors might lead to a second Cold War.
Heine’s “Active Non-Alignment and Latin America” Reviewed in “Global Policy“
As “Global Policy” writes, “at a time when nations are being pressured to pick sides, this book will make an important contribution to global debates on the options open to states and regions.”