
Geo-Economics and Politics
The Balkans: How to stabilize the 'powder keg' of Europe
The Balkans are a key energy and security hub. Regional players like Czechia and Greece can drive EU integration and boost growth.
President, EastWest Institute, New York since 2015. Career diplomat, retired. Former: US Ambassador to Pakistan; US Ambassador to Serbia; two tours of duty in Iraq; Deputy Chief of Mission in Baghdad, Prague, and Warsaw; Director for Central Europe, National Security Council. Professor at Pomona College, California 2012-2015, Columbia Law School, UCLA. Nonresident fellow at JFK School, Harvard University.