Heine Stresses Urgency for Diplomacy in Webinar

Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and Interim Director of the Frederick S. Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future, was a key participant in a recent webinar titled “Why in this time of War we need diplomacy more than ever.” Co-hosted by the…

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Heine Unveils Developments in Gaza

In his piece for The Conversation, Professor Heine examines the UN’s “humanitarian truce” resolution on the Gaza conflict, exposing the stark division in voting. With 120 countries in support and 14, including the U.S. and some EU members against, Heine asserts the Global South’s influential criticism of Western support for Israel, marking 2023 as a pivotal year for this assertiveness.

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Heine on Diplomatic Gaps in Latin America

In a recent Miami Herald article, “Diplomatic Gaps in Latin America,” Professor Heine discussed the repercussions of prolonged ambassador vacancies in key Latin American nations, including Guatemala, Haiti, Colombia, and Peru. The absence of confirmed ambassadors created diplomatic challenges, potentially signaling U.S. neglect in the region and impeding the pursuit of national interests. Both the administration and the Senate shared responsibility for these delays, affecting bilateral relations.

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Heine on Chile’s Diplomatic Dexterity: Boric’s Dual Visits

Professor Heine highlighted the diplomatic significance of President Gabriel Boric’s visit to Washington, D.C., in his recent column for La Tercera. The visit coincides with the bicentennial of Chile-U.S. diplomatic relations and underscores Chile’s ability to balance its interests in a turbulent world. The column emphasizes Chile’s commitment to prioritizing its national interests and maximizing its negotiation and influence capabilities.

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China-Colombia Relations: Heine’s Insights

Professor Heine shared valuable insights on the multifaceted China-Colombia relationship. His discussion, as part of CGTN’s “The Heat,” shed light on trade, investment, and tourism, highlighting Colombia’s efforts to diversify its exports and strengthen ties with China. Heine emphasized the growing cooperation between Chile and China as an illustrative example of Latin American countries seeking mutually beneficial partnerships.

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China’s Strategy in Latin America? Heine Expounds in New Interview

On October 25, 2023, Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and Interim Director of the Frederick S. Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future, detailed the rise of China as a fundamental trade partner for emerging markets and developing economies in Latin America on…

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