Ye Discusses Ramifications of Potential TikTok Ban
Min Ye, Professor of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, recently penned an op-ed for BU Today, entitled, “If We Ban TikTok, What’s Next?,” discussing the potential ramifications of an American ban of the Chinese-owned social media app, TikTok. In the article, Ye advises against banning Tiktok, warning of…
Amb. Storella Explores Henry Kissinger’s Legacy and U.S.-China Relations
Professor Mark Storella, featured on “The San Francisco Experience” podcast, discussed Henry Kissinger’s legacy and U.S.-China relations. Reflecting on Kissinger’s influential diplomacy, the conversation explored historical milestones, including Nixon’s 1971 China visit. Storella highlighted Kissinger’s enduring impact and insights into the evolving dynamics of geopolitics and artificial intelligence.
Heine’s Analysis: Biden-Xi Meeting Breakdown
Professor Jorge Heine offered a comprehensive breakdown of the Biden-Xi meeting during the APEC summit. His expert analysis delved into the complexities of global dynamics, trade, and geopolitics, providing valuable perspectives on the historic encounter.
Heine’s Perspective: Uruguay’s Diplomatic Turn
In the Wall Street Journal, Professor Heine highlighted the shift as Uruguay, once seeking a U.S. deal, turned to China. Despite stability, the U.S. missed opportunities, prompting a crucial reevaluation of its strategy in the region.
Storella and Weinstein Host the U.S. Department of State, International Visitor Leadership Program
This past Wednesday, September 13th, Ambassador Mark Storella, Professor of the Practice of Diplomacy at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and Director of the School’s African Studies Center, and Lt Gen Jack Weinstein, USAF (Ret), Professor of the Practice of International Security at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies hosted…
Heine Comments on US Role in Haiti Crisis
On August 19, 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, was quoted in the Miami Herald on the United States’ lack of action to resolve the crisis Haiti. As Haiti’s current government is…
Heine Discusses US-Chile FTA
On August 11, 2023, Amb. 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, published a column in Latin American Advisor discussing the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the United States and Chile. Heine largely argued…
Garčević Participates in Interdisciplinary Summer School on Forced Displacement
On July 27, 2023, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations, participated in the Interdisciplinary Summer School on Forced Displacement held in Belgrade, Serbia. The school was organized by the BU Center on Forced Displacement and hosted by the faculty of Political Science at the University of Belgrade. Long before migration increased…
Hare Offers Insight on Cuban Presidential Elections
On May 5, 2023 Ambassador Paul Hare, Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, was interviewed by Latin American Advisor on the re-election of Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel. Hare discussed Díaz-Canel’s maintenance of the status quo in Cuban and steady continuation of the Castro legacy. Despite sharpening economic issues that persisted…
Heine’s “Latin American Foreign Policies in the New World Order” Reviewed by The Wire
The Wire, one of India’s foremost news and world event publication sites, published a review of Latin American Policies in the New World Order, the most recent book by 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…
Heine Interviewed on Changing Trends in Globalization
In an article interview with CGTN: America, 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, explained the changing nature of globalization amidst rising tensions between the United States and China. Heine first discussed the…
Heine Launches New Book on Latin American Foreign Policies
At a conference hosted by the Institute of International Relations at West Indies University, 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, launched his new book, Latin American Foreign Policies in the New World Order:…
Gallagher Comments on World Bank Candidate
Kevin Gallagher, Professor of Global Development Policy at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies and Director of the Global Development Policy Center (GDP Center), commented on the new candidate for the World Bank, Ajay Banga, and the implications of the United States nominating him in the Global Insider Newsletter from Politico. This portion of the newsletter,…
Storella Joins Panel on U.S. Foreign Policy and War in Ukraine
In discussing how to explain U.S. support for Ukraine, Ambassador Storella urged that we explain that support for Ukraine is “forward defense,” supporting the country’s ability “to fight there so we will never have to fight here.”
Garčević Interviewed on Developments in Russia-Ukraine War
Ambassador Garčević discusses Germany and the United States’ transfer of military equipment to Ukraine, the military significance of the battle for Bakhmut on the Eastern Ukrainian front, as well as what to expect of the war in the Spring.
Mako Speaks at Symposium Exploring Legacies of the Iraq War
Professor Mako broke down the changes in Iraq 20 years since the country’s regime change, as well as the pre-war legacies of post-invasion governance outcomes.
Miller Argues for Streamlining U.S. Immigration Process for Indian Citizens
“Addressing the issues in immigration policy that are affecting the United States’ ability to attract and retain skilled Indian immigrants and maintain a competitive edge over China should be a no-brainer.”
Lukes Comments on U.S. Aid to Ukraine Amid Ongoing War
Professor Lukes discusses the importance of ongoing U.S. aid to Ukraine, the debate around it in the U.S., as well as the implications of further Russian encroachment.
Lukes & Schilde Interviewed on the Future of Russia & Ukraine After a Year of War
If peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are not being considered, how long can this fighting go on, realistically? And what will the world look like when it’s over? Professors Lukes and Schilde offer their insights.
Heine Breaks Down Emergence of Second Cold War
“There’s a growing consensus that we’re facing a Second Cold War…It’s a notion that I’ve held since at least 2020. At the time, [this position] was criticized by several colleagues, who saw it as premature, considering that there was only a commercial-technological conflict, but without ideological-military overtones. It’s now becoming increasingly apparent that the conflict does have the latter elements.”