Alex Vines
African Affairs & Strategic Security Specialist
British foreign policy analyst specialising in African geopolitics, security, governance and international relations. Has advised governments, international organisations and policy institutions on conflict prevention, peacebuilding, political risk and regional stability, with senior leadership experience at leading international think tanks.
Carlos Fortin
International Trade & Global Governance Specialist
Chilean international political economist and development expert specialising in global governance, international trade and geopolitical strategy. A former Assistant Secretary-General of UNCTAD, he has contributed extensively to international economic policy, development cooperation and the strategic role of the Global South in the evolving international order.
Paul-Simon Handy
African Security & Strategic Affairs Specialist
Cameroonian political scientist and security analyst specialising in African peace, governance and geopolitical affairs. Has held senior leadership positions at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS), providing policy advice to governments, the African Union and international organisations on conflict prevention, regional security and governance.
Monica Hirste
Foreign Policy & Latin American Affairs Specialist
Argentine international relations scholar specialising in Latin American foreign policy, regional integration and strategic diplomacy. Her work focuses on Brazilian foreign policy, regional governance, international cooperation and the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Americas.