Nolan Awarded Prestigious New Directions Fellowship for Cross-Disciplinary Research

Professor Rachel Nolan is awarded the prestigious New Directions Fellowship for Cross-Disciplinary Research.

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Heine Analyzes Implications of Trump’s Policies on Latin America

Jorge Heine, Research Professor at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University and former Chilean Ambassador to China, recently shared his insights in an interview with Project Syndicate’s “Say More” series, discussing the challenges Latin America faces in light of U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies.​ Heine highlighted that Trump’s actions—such as…

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Heine on the Rise of Active Non-Alignment in a Divided World

Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, analyzes the growing phenomenon of “New Neutrals” and the resurgence of Active Nonalignment (ANA) in his latest article, “Not Picking Sides and the ‘New Neutrals’: Active Nonalignment, Great Power Competition, and the Global South,” published as the lead piece in…

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Trade Wars and Global Shifts: Jorge Heine Analyzes U.S.-China Relations

In a recent interview with France 24’s weekly magazine Así es Asia, Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, discussed the ongoing trade war between the United States and China. With tariffs escalating between the two economic giants, Heine provided key insights into the global implications of…

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Ambassador Jorge Heine on U.S.-China Competition and the Panama Canal

In a recent article, Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, was extensively quoted on his insights on the geopolitical significance of the Panama Canal. In a recent interview, Heine addressed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks suggesting military action to reclaim control over the canal, highlighting…

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Hare Analyzes Complex Trump-Maduro Relationship Amid Venezuelan Election Fraud

Hare identifies a ‘subtle shift’ in Trump’s approach to Venezuela despite continued election fraud concerns. While maintaining sanctions and recognizing opposition leader González as legitimate, the administration has pursued pragmatic engagement with Maduro on deportations and hostage releases, suggesting self-interest now drives this complex diplomatic relationship.

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Heine on Trump’s Confrontational Policy

Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, recently commented on the implications of President Donald Trump’s foreign policy in a media discussion. Heine highlighted how Trump’s aggressive stance – marked by sudden tariff threats and escalating tensions with allies – could push key partners toward closer ties…

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Heine Lends Insights into US-China Relations as Trump’s Presidency Begins

Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, was recently interviewed by Anand Naidoo, on The Heat, regarding Donal Trump’s second term in office and the prospects of US-China relations.  Along with Heine, Chas Freeman, Yan Liang, and Victor Gao joined this discussion which addressed the question: “What…

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Heine Analyzes APEC Summit: Latin America’s Diplomatic Balancing Act

In a recent interview with the Latin America Advisor, Ambassador Jorge Heine, Research Professor at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, offers critical insights into the recent APEC summit in Lima and its implications for Latin America’s complex geopolitical positioning. The summit highlighted Peru’s diplomatic prowess, with the opening of the $3.6 billion deep-water…

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Hare Analyzes Cuba’s Energy Crisis

Paul Hare analyzed Cuba’s recurring power grid failures, noting the system ‘has never been brought into the 21st century, despite years of advice and subsidized oil concessions from allies.’ While the government cites U.S. sanctions for maintenance issues, Hare pointed out that government and military elites have private generators.

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Heine: Evaluate China’s Impact, Embrace Green Energy

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, recently participated in a Voice of America forum where China’s industrial overproduction and its impact on other countries were discussed, including recent tariffs imposed…

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Deglobalization and China-Latin America Relations: Heine on The Heat.

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, recently appeared on CGTN: America’s The Heat to discuss how China’s evolving foreign policy strategy will shape international affairs. Heine first discussed interconnectivity in global affairs,…

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Heine’s Appeal for an International Intervention in Haiti

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, recently penned an op-ed entitled, “Dithering While Haiti Burns,” for Project Syndicate where he discussed Haiti, plagued by famine and gang warfare, and its steady disintegration…

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Heine Unpacks President Xi’s 2024

In a recent episode of The Heat, Ambassador Jorge Heine explored China’s prospects in 2024 and collaborative efforts with Latin America. He highlighted China’s impact on electric mobility and discussed the Belt and Road Initiative’s role in addressing Latin America’s infrastructure deficits.

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