Schilde’s Research Informs Debate on EU Defense Strategy Under SAFE Initiative
A recent analysis for Emerging Europe, an editorial platform by Reinvantage, of the European Union’s €150 billion Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative highlights both the urgency and the complexity of strengthening Europe’s defense capabilities amid rising geopolitical threats. In this analysis, the author referred to Dr. Kaija Schilde’s testimony before the European parliament in…
Wippl Writes on Human Intelligence for The Oxford Handbook of National Security Intelligence
Professor Wippl contributes a chapter on human intelligence to The Oxford Handbook of National Security Intelligence.
Storella Interviewed on Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s U.K. Visit
Ambassador Storella noted that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to the U.K. is just the latest stop in a strategic diplomatic offensive, which he needs to be successful if a subsequent military offensive to retake territory seized by Russia is to be successful.
Najam Interviewed on New British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
Professor Najam said that while this is a major barrier broken in British politics, it is not, as some people are calling it, the United Kingdom’s Obama moment.
Queen Elizabeth II, Her Legacy, & What’s Next for the British Monarchy
During this Beyond the Headlines, Boston University diplomacy, history, and global affairs scholars and practitioners explored how the late Queen reinforced the monarchy within Britain, how she shaped public perception of the monarchy, the role she played in colonial governance and decolonization, and much more.
Hare Recounts His Experience Working with Queen Elizabeth II
Ambassador Hare recalls Queen Elizabeth’s deep global knowledge, her impact on his life and the United Kingdom at large, and even how his connections to the royal family extended to how he and his wife met.
CSE Lecture Explores How Britain Got to Brexit
Boston College Professor James Cronin outlined changes in the nature of politics and political parties since the 1970s leading to Brexit.
CSE Hosts Event on US-UK Relationship After Brexit
W. Scott Lucas, Professor Emeritus of American Studies at the University of Birmingham and an associate of the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin, discussed on the irrationality of Brexit, the UK’s relationship with the U.S. and the EU in the aftermath of Brexit, as well as UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s tactics on the economy, Scotland, Ireland, and more.
Storella Argues for Broader Diplomatic Initiatives in the Indo-Pacific
“U.S. multilateral cooperation need not – and should not – be one-size-fits-all. Instead of building new islands, Washington can build new partnerships.”
CSE Kicks off Series of Lectures on Brexit
Professor Goldstein explains how Britain got to where it is today, the deep history underlying the Brexit decision and the role of Boris Johnson in particular, as well as his thoughts on where the United Kingdom is headed
Heine Interviewed on AUKUS and Evolving Indo-Pacific Strategy
Ambassador Heine discusses the AUKUS alliance, how it will counter China’s advances in the Indo-Pacific, and how the U.S.’s prominent return to the world stage under President Joe Biden’s leadership has been received by international allies.
Goldstein Quoted on the Queen’s Role in Diplomacy
“The mystique of monarchy works, sometimes, and Britain has been effective at deploying it as one of the tools in its diplomatic armoury.”
Najam Chairs Panel on British Diplomacy in Pakistan
Experts discussed the development of British diplomatic efforts in Pakistan from 1947 through the “War on Terror,” as chronicled in Ian Talbot’s new book.
Goldstein Discusses Brexit and Boris Johnson’s Future
“There is a general opinion that Boris Johnson’s days are numbered.”
Lukes Interviewed on Expulsion of Russian Diplomats From U.K.
Prof. Igor Lukes discussed the expulsion of 23 Russia diplomats from the U.K. following the suspected use of nerve agents on a former spy.
BtH: Elections in France, the United Kingdom and Germany
Professors Erik Goldstein, William Keylor and Joseph Wippl discussed how the upcoming elections across Europe will impact the United States.
Schmidt Publishes Blog on Brexit Aftermath
Prof. Vivien Schmidt on whether the EU will treat the UK referendum as an isolated case or a sign of wider discontent.
Center for Study of Europe Hosts Talk on Brexit
The discussion focused on how the result of the referendum will affect the future of both the United Kingdom and Europe.
Pardee School Professors on EU Referendum
Pardee School faculty discuss the referendum that will determine whether Britain should leave or remain in the European Union.
Goldstein in AsiaOne News: Going Casual on State Visits
Pardee School Professor Erik Goldstein said that heads of state were adopting a casual approach to diplomatic relations.