Garčević Weighs in on Balkan Security Amid US-Ukraine Relations
Ambassador Vesko Garčević, in conjunction with fellow experts, conducted a comprehensive analysis of Balkan security within the context of US-Ukraine relations. Projections indicated constrained US involvement, attributing it to domestic exigencies and evolving geopolitical focal points.
Garčević Explores the Rise of Far-Right Forces in Europe
Professor Garčević voiced concerns in a recent interview about the far-right victories in Europe, particularly Geert Wilders in the Netherlands. His analysis delves into the potential repercussions for the EU enlargement process, especially for Balkan countries aspiring to join.
The Monroe Doctrine at 200: Unraveling Two Centuries of American Diplomacy
On Saturday, December 9, Professors Garčević, Goldstein (emeritus), Mayers, and Storella analyzed “The Monroe Doctrine: 200 Years of American Diplomatic History.” They traced its roots, explored its evolution into a pillar of American exceptionalism, and noted its impact on multilateral diplomacy. The Monroe Doctrine, at 200, continues to shape America’s global approach.
Garcevic’s Insights on Ukraine’s War
In a recent article, Professor Garčević shared profound insights on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He discussed the multifaceted dynamics, emphasizing the shift into a new phase and the challenges of negotiating peace amid evolving geopolitical complexities.
Garčević Comments on Formation of New Montenegrin Government
Amb. Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies, recently made a suite of appearances to comment on the current negotiation on the formation of a new Montenegrin government and the interference of third actors in Montenegrin internal affairs. On August 23, 2023, Garčević was quoted in…
Garčević on The Serbian Orthodox Church and Far-Right Groups
As part of his summer research project, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, published a piece with the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace and World Affairs, Georgetown University titled “The Serbian Orthodox Church and Extreme-Right Groups: A Marriage of Convenience or Organic Partnership?” This publication was…
Garčević Participates on Panel Preceding NATO Summit
Last week, ahead of the NATO summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, took part in the Al Jazeera Balkan political talk show – Context. The show featured Prof. Goran Bandov, from Zagreb University, Croatia, and Prof. Petar Kurečić,…
Garčević Interviewed on US / China Relations
On June 27, 2023, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, was featured on Radio Television of Bosnia and Herzegovina. In an interview with their international politics talk show Global, Ambassador Garčević addressed the outcomes of the recent visit to China of Secretary of State…
Garčević Interviewed on the Motives Behind the Russian Revolt
TRT World interviewed Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, over the weekend inquiring about Yevgeny Prigozhin’s motives for staging a revolt in Russia and how the event will affect the political situation inside the Kremlin and the world. Ambassador Garčević explains that…
Garčević Debriefs Montenegro’s Election
On June 11, 2023, Montenegro held their early Parliamentary elections. Following up with the elections, BBC the Serbian Service published an article, “Elections in Montenegro: How the Parties That Overthrew the DPS Power Changed, and What Does the Rise of the Europe Movement Bring Now” which featured Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice…
Garčević Explores Montenegro’s Political Instability
In the wake of the June 11, 2023 Montenegro Parliamentary elections, Radio Slobodna Europe published an article featuring Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies. The article, “Garčević: Montenegro is Entering a Period of Political Instability,” discusses Montenegro’s political instability and how the…
Garčević Comments on Rising Tensions in Kosovo
On June 5, 2023, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, was featured on Al Jazeera Global News to comment on the recent escalation in Kosovo. Tensions intensified a week ago when ethnic Serbs living in Northern Kosovo held violent protests and…
Garčević Gives Update on Western Balkans Joining EU
On June 1, 2023, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, was published in Euronews for his article: Is EU Membership Dream for the Western Balkans a Slowly Fading Prospect with No Future? Two decades after the Thessaloniki Summit, while gearing up for the…
Garčević Discusses Supplying Ukraine with Fighter Jets
On May 30, 2023, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, took part in the political talk show – Context, broadcast on Al Jazeera Balkans. The show also featured Robert Barić, international security analyst and professor at the Faculty of Political Sciences in Zagreb, Croatia,…
Garčević Interviewed on EU Enlargement
On May 10, 2023, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies, spoke to Road to Europe: Forum for the European Balkan on the potential of Western Balkan states to join the European Union (EU). Ahead of the 20th anniversary of the Thessaloniki…
Garčević Delivers Lecture on Global Cooperation
On March 22, 2023, Ambassador Vesko Garčević, Professor of the Practice of International Relations at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University, lectured on the impending challenges for multilateralism and global cooperation for students of Global Studies at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. During his lecture, titled “Towards a new UN:…
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.
Garčević Speaks at IEMS George E. Danis Security & Diplomacy Seminar
Ambassador Garčević joined fellow scholars and practitioners to examine how the war in Ukraine may reflect on the situation in Eastern Mediterranean, including Turkish-Greek relations.
Hare Publishes Op-Ed Arguing for Necessary Reforms to Global Diplomacy
Ambassador Hare expounds on the findings of “The Palgrave Handbook of Diplomatic Reform and Innovation” and key areas where diplomacy can make reforms that will enhance its capabilities for the mutual benefit of all countries.
Garčević Publishes Paper on Role of Serbian Orthodox Church in Western Balkans
While the political importance of the churches has noticeably decreased over time, in Orthodox countries such as those in the Western Balkans, the church remains a significant actor and is inextricably linked to both politics and state power. Garčević and Morrison explore why the SPC remains a potent force in public and political life today.