Waqas Abdullah

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Waqas Abdullah is a distinguished geopolitical and geostrategic thinker from Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan, whose academic rigor and analytical depth have positioned him among the emerging voices in contemporary international relations discourse. With a profound interest in global affairs, power politics, and strategic studies, he represents a new generation of scholars committed to intellectual clarity and policy-oriented research.

He earned his Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the University of Central Punjab, Lahore. In recognition of his academic excellence and scholarly potential, he was awarded the prestigious Turkiye Burslari Government Scholarship. Under this fully funded program, He is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in International Relations at Selçuk University, Konya, Turkey, where his research engages deeply with global governance, foreign policy analysis, and international security dynamics.

Beyond academia, Waqas Abdullah actively contributes to public discourse and media analysis. He serves as the Director of Foreign Affairs at DAG Media Network, where he leads strategic discussions on global and regional developments. As the host of prominent current- affairs programs “Think Pol” and “Aaj Ki Baat,” he offers critical insights into geopolitical shifts, policy debates, and international trends, fostering informed dialogue among diverse audiences.

His engagement extends to national and international platforms. He has represented Pakistan at various global forums, including the Southeast Asia Festival organized under the U.S. Embassy. An active participant in Model United Nations programs, he is also affiliated with several international NGOs and IGOs, including GCCF, Creative Society, Climate Forward Paksitan (CFP), ECOWAS, and ECOLOCI. Furthermore, he has contributed to initiatives in collaboration with leading international organizations such as UNHRC, WHO, and UNESCO, reflecting his commitment to global cooperation and multilateral engagement.

Waqas Abdullah’s research and policy analyses have been published in reputable national and international think tanks and journals, including Modern Diplomacy, Stratheia Policy Journal, the Centre for Strategic and Contemporary Research (CSCR), Himalayan Policy Journal, and the Institute of Strategic Thinking (Istanbul) and Global Defense Insight, POLITICO, and The Diplomatic Insight, Defense Horizon Journal . He has also addressed numerous international conferences, where he speaks on issues related to global politics, strategic affairs, and evolving power structures.

His core research areas include the Middle East, South Asia, and migration studies, with particular emphasis on geopolitics, foreign policy, and international security. Through his scholarly writing, analytical commentary, and media presence, Waqas Abdullah continues to contribute meaningfully to critical debates shaping the contemporary international order. His work reflects a steadfast commitment to intellectual integrity, analytical precision, and social responsibility.