Storella Discusses Trump’s Impact on SIV Processing
“‘Extreme vetting’ produced extreme delays that put our allies’ lives at risk and contributed to the desperate scenes we are witnessing in Kabul today.”
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.”
Pardee School Partners with UNITAR on Science Diplomacy Executive Training
Professors Garčević, Erik Goldstein, Hare, Najam, Selin, Storella, and Weinstein took part in UNITAR’s Executive Summer Programme on Innovations in Science Diplomacy, which aims to triangulate education, research and leadership.
Storella Discusses Syrian Refugee Crisis on Diplomatic Immunity
In his remarks, Storella discusses the severity of the Syrian humanitarian crisis, the drivers of this crisis, and the international response.
Storella Named to NRC-USA Board
“NRC is the gold standard for humanitarian assistance and I am delighted to be joining the distinguished members of the NRC-USA board to help support the organization’s work on behalf of the world’s most vulnerable people.”
Storella Publishes Op-Ed on China’s Narratives About U.S.
“A new cold war between the U.S. and China is not inevitable. But false PRC narratives about U.S. behavior toward China will only contribute to a further souring of relations.”
Storella Publishes Op-Ed on U.S. Multilateral Diplomacy
“Multilateralism has long been a mainstay of U.S. security and that need will only grow.”
How to Rebuild America’s International Image in a Changing World
Experts discussed the United States’ image abroad, how it can engage with international stakeholders, and how the Biden administration can work to restore the country’s reputation as a global leader.
Storella Publishes Op-Ed on Diplomats’ Role in Global Health Crises
Drawing on experience fighting Ebola, Storella and Hawkins discuss the role American diplomats play on the frontlines in heading off dangerous pandemics.
Storella Publishes Op-Ed on Israel-UAE Normalization Pact
Ambassador Storella outlines the winners and losers in the normalization pact in BU Today.
Pardee School Welcomes 3 New Faculty Members
We offer our warmest welcomes to Professors Jonathan Greenacre, Andrei Mamolea, and Mark C. Storella.
Storella Makes the Argument for U.S. Health Diplomacy in The Hill
Incoming Professor Mark C. Storella outlines the need for U.S. diplomatic leadership on global health in the age of COVID-19.