Garčević Interviewed on Russia-Ukraine & NATO Expansion
“Russia’s attack on Ukraine has united the EU more than ever in the last 20 years and confirmed the importance of close cooperation between European allies and the U.S.”
Garčević & Storella React to Zelensky’s Speech Before Congress
Ambassadors Garčević and Storella offer insight into Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s virtual address before Congress and how the U.S. might alter support for Ukraine.
Garčević Comments on Ukraine and the West’s “Escalation Paradox”
According to Ambassador Garčević, the West is caught in an “escalation paradox:” they can’t sit back without taking action as Russian aggression against Ukraine continues, but they have to do it carefully to avoid further escalation.
Garčević Discusses Prospect of Accelerated EU Integration for Western Balkans
“I don’t believe that several EU countries would be willing to sacrifice values and the rule of law for the sake of rapid integration of the Western Balkans.”
Garčević Comments on Montenegro’s Response to Ukraine Crisis
“Any government hesitation creates the impression that Montenegro does not have an attitude when it comes to events in Ukraine and is avoiding responsibility.”
Garčević Discusses Russian Invasion of Ukraine on Al Jazeera Balkans
Ambassador Garčević discusses the Russian invasion in Ukraine and notes how it marks a turning point for the European security architecture for several reasons.
Pardee School Faculty Comment on Russian Invasion of Ukraine
As the crisis in Ukraine continues to unfold, the Pardee School asked its faculty of leading international affairs scholars and practitioners to share their thoughts on how they believe the leaders of the world – particularly Russia and the U.S. – should act.
Garčević and Lukes Provide Perspective on Unfolding Crisis in Ukraine
Ambassador Garčević and Professor Lukes spoke with “BU Today” about the stunning developments in Ukraine, Russia’s military encroachment, and the ensuing global response.
Garčević Comments on Montenegro’s Silence on Ukraine Crisis
By trying to play “a neutral role” in the crisis in Ukraine, Ambassador Garčević believes that Montenegro is sending the wrong signal to its partners in the European Union and NATO.
Garčević Comments on Russian Influence in Croatia
While there are no signs of Russian direct influence in Croatia, Ambassador Garčević argues there are some reasons why a Croatian politician might take positions pleasing to Putin and his officials.
Garčević Offers Insights on Montenegro’s Political Instability
“People expected that by removing DSP and its structures, the [EU membership] process would be sped up… However, that never happened. This government simply continued down the same path.”
Garčević Interviewed on Developments in Ukraine
Ambassador Garčević outlines how Moscow uses Ukraine as a bargaining chip in its relations with the West, highlighting that the current build-up of Russian troops on the Ukrainian border may be an attempt to force the West to take Russia’s security demands seriously.
Garčević Discusses Use of Energy as an Instrument of Global Influence
In his remarks, Ambassador Garčević discussed energy vulnerability as a segment of the overall economic and political instability of the Western Balkans and where the EU stands in the Eastern Mediterranean geopolitical equation.
What Did 2021 Teach Us About International Affairs?
In reflecting on 2021, Pardee School faculty offer their thoughts on the lessons that can be gleaned from this past year. Chief among the responses: multilateralism and global democracy are in decline.
Garčević Quoted on China’s Investment and Influence in Western Balkans
In discussing China’s influence in the Western Balkans, Professor Garčević says that the way governments do business with China is eroding already weak institutions, encouraging corruption, and slowing down progress towards EU integration.
Garčević Discusses Conflict Resolution and Negotiations with Fletcher School Students
Ambassador Garčević’s remarks provided an opportunity to learn more about life situations and career paths where students could employ their negotiation skills.
Garčević Interviewed on Issues Facing Serbia and the Balkans
Across multiple interviews, Ambassador Garčević discusses issues facing Serbia including the role of the U.S. and EU in the region, Russia and the Balkans, as well as the country’s military expansion and how that is perceived by others in the region.
Garčević Discusses Standing of Small States in Global Affairs
“If the countries [in Southeast Europe] want to keep up with new trends, they have to create modern, professional, cost-effective, non-orthodox diplomacies.”
Garčević Explores Prospect of Balkan Countries Joining the EU
The EU’s appetite for enlargement has waned, which allows for illiberal tendencies to flourish in the Western Balkans as there is nothing to stop a strong driving force behind them – unconstrained nationalism and populism.
Garčević Discusses Turkey, the West, and the Trans-Atlantic Relationship
Ambassador Garčević said that the West often misunderstands Turkey’s interests in the Balkans and underestimates its strength. As it turns out, in the Balkans, Turkey and NATo are not in disagreement