Garčević Discusses EU Enlargement and Regional Challenges for Western Balkans
Ambassador Garčević argued that the Russian invasion of Ukraine was a moment for the EU to radically re-evaluate its stagnant enlargement process; he proposed that Brussels develop a multi-step EU integration process, creating intermediate goals before the full inclusion into the Union,
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 Interviewed on “Xi-Na in the Century of the Dragon”
Ambassador Heine elaborates on the reasons for the so-called Chinese miracle, as well as the question “What does China want,” which has been described as the main question of the 21st century.
Heine Comments on China’s Continued COVID-19 Lockdown
Ambassador Heine conveys why China is caught in a bind, as too many elderly people have not had booster shots to provide them with sufficient immunity. As a result, the government is finding it difficult to loosen restrictions without causing many deaths.
Heine Interviewed on APEC Summit and Evolving Global Economy
China’s influence in Latin America continues to grow; however, increased trade has been greatly beneficial to the economies of the region. Heine hopes that the APEC meeting will give the impetus to bolster trans-Pacific trade that he says is so badly needed today.
Miller Argues for Increased Quad-ASEAN Collaboration
Despite its influence in the Indo-Pacific, ASEAN is often overlooked in terms of its cooperation with Quad countries and in terms of its role in the region. Professor Miller argues for greater collaboration with the member countries in the face of increased Chinese encroachment.
Heine Comments on Lula’s Presidential Win & Brazil’s Relations with China
“The US-China trade spat, and the mutual tariffs it has led to on bilateral trade have been highly beneficial to Brazil, which has considerably increased its agricultural exports to China.”
Heine Publishes Op-Ed on Argentina’s Prospective BRICS Membership
“There is thus little doubt that Argentina would bring much to the table if it joins the BRICS, while benefitting from the additional diplomatic heft and leverage it would gain by joining this by now well-established club of rising powers — in many ways the fresh face of the Global South in the new century.”
Heine Comments on Xi Jinping Securing Third Term as CCP Leader
Ambassador Heine elaborates on the significance of President Xi Jinping’s unprecedented third term and how it reflects the much more personalized leadership he has brought to the Chinese presidency, as opposed to the more collective leadership of his predecessors Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao.
Heine Discusses “Xi-Na in the Century of the Dragon” in Radio Interview
In his interview, Ambassador Heine elaborates on the motivations behind writing his latest book in the first place and on the significance of China for Latin America in general and Chile in particular.
Heine Discusses CCP Congress & China’s Future on “CGTN“
Ambassador Heine notes that the great balancing act China must commit to is remaining a champion of free trade and foreign investment while also expanding its technological and scientific capabilities in order to be more self-reliant, a challenge that President Xi appears ready to take on.
Heine Comments on 20th Congress of the Chinese Communist Party
Ambassador Heine elaborates on the significance of the CCP meeting, on President Xi Jinping’s bid for an unprecedented third term, as well as the strengthening of China’s Navy and Air Force in recent years.
Heine Comments on Future of Xi Jinping’s Leadership
Ambassador Heine analyzes the role of the current president of China, his possibility of re-election, the tensions with Taiwan, the relationship with North Korea, and more.
Ye Interviewed on China’s Foreign Policy Strategy
“In short, Xi’s third term will continue its unyielding posture when facing the U.S.-allied opposition…But meanwhile, it will be more active to pursue fragmented collaboration that benefits China’s domestic agenda and global public goods.”
Ye Comments on Future of China’s BRI and Challenges to Come
The Belt and Road Initiative’s importance in China’s global strategy will stay and its global reach will likely expand gradually. However, Professor Ye argues that the BRI faces three significant hurdles moving forward.
Heine Offers Insights into Brazilian Run-Offs Impact on Relations with China
Brazilian Presidential candidates Jair Bolsonaro and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva have differing views on China that could alter the country’s relationship with the great power. What could either of their election mean for future Brazil-China relations? Ambassador Heine offers his thoughts.
Heine Dissects Latest Book During Chilean Pacific Foundation Webinar
Specialists comment on various aspects of Ambassador Heine’s latest book, highlighting the insights it provides into Chinese public policies, its digital economy, the Belt and Road Initiative, and relations with Latin America.
Miller Publishes Op-Ed Exploring China-Pakistan Relations
The rhetoric in China today openly and consistently refers to Pakistan as a good friend and supportive partner. This has not always been the case. What changed? Professor Miller explains.
Miller’s “Why Nations Rise” Shortlisted for 2022 Hedley Bull Prize
The annual award is given to a book that makes a substantial and original contribution to the theory and/or empirical studies in any field of International Relations. To be considered in close competition for this prize is a great honor.
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.