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Burns, BC '78, most recently served as ambassador to China under the Biden administration. (Heights Archives)

Former Ambassador to China Warns of Competitive Loss to China if U.S. Fails To Unify

Alexa Allers September 24, 2025
Former U.S. ambassador Nicholas Burns warned Tuesday that the United States risks political disadvantages against China if it fails to resolve internal divisions and build national unity. 
Senate Confirms BC Alum, Trustee as United States Ambassador to China

Senate Confirms BC Alum, Trustee as United States Ambassador to China

Amy Palmer December 22, 2021
On Dec. 16, the United States Senate voted 75–18 to confirm Nicholas Burns, a member of the Boston College Board of Trustees and BC ’78, as the new United States ambassador to China, according to Reuters.
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Burns, Former NATO Ambassador, Wins Award

Leo Confalone March 26, 2017
Burns has had an extensive career in public service around the world.
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