Najam Interviewed on Challenges to Modern Democracies
“Across the world, citizens are frustrated because they seek and expect more from democracy than it has been able to deliver…Citizens expect impact from democracy and they now seek direct participation in democratic action.”
Heine Offers Thoughts on Chilean’s Rejection of New Draft Constitution
The rejection of the draft constitution in Chile is a major setback for President Gabriel Boric who supported the text strongly. What now? Ambassador Heine offers his insights on the vote as well as what must be done next.
Najam Comments on Escalating Tensions Between Imran Khan and Pakistan Government
“There’s been this ratcheting up of the rhetoric, the instigation,” says Najam. “I cannot imagine a world where his arrest — if it happens — will go down quietly.”
Hefner Featured in Celebration of Indonesia’s Independence Day
Professor Hefner was among three featured Western Indonesianists who share the diverse ways in which they came to appreciate Indonesia and Muslim society in Indonesia in particular.
Heine Discusses U.S.-China Tensions Over Taiwan
Ambassador Heine argues that, although China’s military exercises around Taiwan have been the largest and most wide-ranging ever, they do not portend an attack on the island in the short or medium term.
Najam Joins “Dawn News” Analysis of Afghanistan Post-U.S. Withdrawal
Professor Najam offers his thoughts on the one year since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan and describes it as a year of “global disinterest, U.S. disengagement, and Taliban incompetence.”
Heine Interviewed on Nancy Pelosi’s Controversial Taiwan Visit
On House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s controversial visit to Taiwan, Ambassador Jorge Heine says the trip brings into question what has been until nowa the basis of the U.S. policy towards China.
Fewsmith and Ye Interviewed on Nancy Pelosi’s Visit to Taiwan
What will be the fallout of House Speaker Pelosi’s controversial visit to China-claimed Taiwan? Professors Fewsmith and Ye agree that the visit will put the U.S. in a precarious position and strain an already complicated relationship with China.
Najam Discusses Significance of Ayman Al Zawahiri’s Killing
Professor Najam argues that the killing of Ayman Al Zawahiri signifies a clear message that even if the U.S. has left Afghanistan, the “War on Terror” continues and is considered “unfinished business.”
Heine Offers Thoughts on the Current State of Haiti
Are gangs taking over Haiti? How will continued violence impact Haitian migration? Ambassador Heine discusses the situation in Haiti one year after the assassination of President Jovenel Moise.
Hefner Interviewed on Great Power Strategies in Southeast Asia
In his remarks, Professor Hefner comments on the U.S. “shift to Asia” and if that will help combat Chinese influence in the region as well as Russia’s dealings in the region and how its invasion of Ukraine strained relations.
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.
Najam Discusses President Biden’s Middle East Visit
“Awkward as the visit will be for Mr. Biden, it is important that he has undertaken it. It is better to have the difficult conversations than not to have them at all.”
Grimes Comments on the Assassination and Legacy of Shinzo Abe
Professor Grimes analyzes the late prime minister Shinzo Abe’s legacy and the implications of his murder for Japan. According to him, there will likely be no change in the course of the country after the former prime minister’s assassination
Heine Interviewed on U.S. Diplomatic Standing with Latin America
Ambassador Heine breaks down the diplomatic shortcomings of the Summit of the Americas, Latin America’s increased engagement with China, as well as the shifting political tides in the region.
Hefner Offers Insights Into Successes of Indonesian Democracy
“The challenges that Indonesian democracy faces have more to do with structural vulnerabilities that are plaguing or afflicting democracy around the world than they do anything specific to ‘Islam’ or Muslim society in Indonesia.”
Heine Discusses Summit of the Americas on “CGTN“
While Ambassador Heine is still hopeful that something can come of the Summit, he argued that the Biden administration’s failure to drastically change its policy approach to the region from that of former President Donald Trump has compromised inter-American relations.
Heine Interviewed on IX Summit of the Americas
During his interview, Ambassador Heine elaborates on some of the key items on the Summit’s agenda and on the fallout of so many heads of state and government from the hemisphere skipping the meeting.
Garčević Interviewed on 5th Anniversary of Montenegro’s NATO Membership
“With the decision of Sweden and Finland to seek NATO membership, with the decision of other neutral states of the EU and Switzerland to impose full sanctions on Russia, they have de facto ceased to be neutral in this conflict.”
Schmidt Interviewed on Divisions Among EU Membership
In her interview, Professor Schmidt discusses the rise of populism, the Ukraine war, the EU and the possibility of Ukraine getting a fast-tracked membership, and more.