Dr Samuel Ramani Keynote Speaker

Dr. Samuel Ramani is a renowned geopolitical analyst and expert on Russian foreign policy, global security, and international relations. As an Associate Fellow at the prestigious Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) in London and the CEO of Pangea Geopolitical Risk, Samuel is a trusted advisor to both the U.S. and UK governments on critical international security issues. His extensive research and commentary have made him a sought-after voice on international affairs. Samuel’s public speeches insightfully address great power competition between the West, Russia and China, and security threats spanning from armed conflict and nuclear proliferation to information warfare and financial crime.

He holds a DPhil in International Relations from the University of Oxford, where he completed his doctoral research in 2021. His academic background and expertise in Russian-Eurasian geopolitics have made him one of the leading voices in analyzing the implications of Russia’s actions and its growing influence across Africa.

A frequent contributor to global media outlets, Ramani appears regularly on BBC News and Sky News in the UK. He also provides expert commentary on Channel 4 News, Al Jazeera, CNN, and other international news platforms. His insightful analyses have also been featured in major publications such as The Telegraph, The Spectator, Foreign Policy, and The Washington Post. Samuel’s contributions to these outlets offer a nuanced understanding of the global security landscape, from the Russian invasion of Ukraine to instability and conflict in the Middle East.

Samuel is the author of two influential books, Russia in Africa and Putin’s War on Ukraine, both of which provide deep insights into Russia’s geopolitical ambitions and its impact on the global stage. In addition to his media presence, Ramani is highly regarded for his academic research and strategic advisory work. He regularly advises the U.S. and UK governments on issues of international security and geopolitical strategy, contributing to policy discussions that shape national and global defense approaches.