Heine Analyzes Argentina’s BRICS Decision
Former Chilean government Minister and ambassador to China, 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 shared insights on Argentina’s recent decision to decline joining the BRICS group during an interview on CGTN Europe’s “The World Today.”
President Javier Milei’s move, seen as a tilt away from China, has sparked discussions on the geopolitical implications for Argentina.
Heine remarked,
“This is very much an ideological decision,” highlighting the ideological shift in Argentina’s foreign policy.
Heine also expressed surprise at the lack of pragmatism, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy in opening options rather than closing them. The decision is viewed in the context of Argentina’s complex economic and political position, aiming to reverse decades of mismanagement. He pointed out the dual challenge Argentina faces in seeking closer ties with the United States while risking strained relations with key trading partners, Brazil and China.
The interview shed light on the intricate diplomatic dynamics and the potential impact on Argentina’s global positioning and can be watched in full on CGTN Europe’s youtube channel here.
Ambassador Jorge Heine is a Research Professor at the Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University. He has served as ambassador of Chile to China (2014-2017), to India (2003-2007), and to South Africa (1994-1999), and as a Cabinet Minister in the Chilean Government. Read more about Ambassador Heine on his faculty profile.