Shifrinson Discusses How Close the World is to World War III
While Shifrinson admitted that the world is closer to WWIII than in December 2021, he said we are still a number of steps away from a conflict akin to the first two world wars.
Garčević & Storella React to Zelensky’s Speech Before Congress
Ambassadors Garčević and Storella offer insight into Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s virtual address before Congress and how the U.S. might alter support for Ukraine.
Lukes and Ye Offer Insight into Future U.S. Relations with China and Russia
Professors Lukes and Ye provide insight into the United States’ relationship with China and Russia in 2022, whether relations will improve or deteriorate, as well as opportunities for cooperation.
Fewsmith and Shifrinson Comment on U.S. Boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics
The two Pardee School professors offer insights on the justification for the U.S. boycott, how it might impact China’s human rights policies, and what more can be done to assist the victims of China’s abuses.
Gallagher and Ma Offer Insight on U.S. and China Climate Change Promises
“If [the United States and China] could set aside their differences and explore frameworks of substantial cooperation, they could provide a sizable boost to global climate efforts.”
Storella Argues for Broader Diplomatic Initiatives in the Indo-Pacific
“U.S. multilateral cooperation need not – and should not – be one-size-fits-all. Instead of building new islands, Washington can build new partnerships.”
Pardee School Faculty Reflect on How 9/11 Changed the World
Professors Najam, Schilde, Stern, Weinstein, and Wippl reflect on how the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States reshaped our lives over the last 20 years.
Bacevich Interviewed for Premier Question of the Week Podcast
Pardee School Professor emeritus Andrew Bacevich discusses the state of American security 20 years after 9/11 and President Biden’s decision to pull troops from Afghanistan.
Storella Breaks Down Differences Between Vietnam & Afghanistan Withdrawals
“Our friends and allies—and our competitors—will not be focused on how badly the United States damaged itself in Afghanistan. They will look for signals that the United States is now prepared to focus on its most important strategic interests and do so in a concerted and competent way.”
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.”
Weinstein Publishes Op-Ed on Threat of Disinformation in U.S.
“If allegiance to a political party comes before maintaining and repairing our democracy, then we are allowing this nation to crumble before our very eyes.”
Weinstein Interviewed on U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan
“The real threat to America is not Afghanistan. China is the real threat. Until you can extricate yourself, you can’t put the resources into the real threat.”
Nolan’s Class on Deportation Featured in BU Today
“I want them to question the notion of the United States as a ‘nation of immigrants’…after we have deported over 56 million people since the beginning of the 20th century.”
Pardee Student Publishes Op-Ed on Anti-Asian Discrimination
“Only by eliminating misinformation and prejudice against APPI communities can those communities regain their security, dignity, and freedom.”
Lori Shares Biggest Lesson Learned During COVID-19
“[The COVID-19 pandemic] shows that some of the institutional designs that we assume lead to good policy outcomes don’t always.”
Santarelli Discusses Equitable COVID Vaccine Distribution
“It is up to wealthy countries to ‘leave no one behind’ and promote a sustainable and inclusive COVID-19 recovery.”
Beatty Draft’s Opening of Biden’s Inaugural Address for BU Community Blog
Beatty (Pardee MA ’21) emphasized the importance of unification as well as the momentous challenges facing the incoming administration.
Chehabi Discusses Isaac Asimov’s Novels in BU Today
“I cannot help noticing the parallels between my here and now and the bifurcated society depicted in Asimov’s two dystopian novels.”
Pardee School International Students Featured in BU Today
Joaquin Martinez Alban (Pardee ’23), Ahmad Azari (Pardee ’21), and Alexander Beatty (Pardee ’21) share the challenges they’ve faced throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Storella Publishes Op-Ed on Israel-UAE Normalization Pact
Ambassador Storella outlines the winners and losers in the normalization pact in BU Today.