Research
Research Interests
The research programme moves across several interconnected areas of international relations, political economy, diplomacy, and regional studies, rather than a single narrow specialism. Together, these areas examine how China, the Middle East, and Asia are reshaping diplomacy, development, and global governance.
China and Global International Relations
China's role in changing global economic and political structures, international institutions, and emerging forms of connectivity.
China–Middle East Relations
Diplomacy, economic cooperation, strategic partnerships, academic exchange, soft power, and China's evolving engagement with the Middle East.
Diplomacy and Soft Power
Public diplomacy, cultural diplomacy, educational exchange, negotiation, soft power strategies, and comparative diplomatic practices.
Political Economy and Development
Trade, investment, development, infrastructure, financial inclusion, migration, energy, and economic policy.
Asia and Global Connectivity
The Belt and Road Initiative, RCEP, Indo-Pacific dynamics, BRICS, emerging corridors, and regional economic integration.
Emerging Global Issues
Digital transformation, AI, sustainability, energy transitions, migration, education, and other contemporary challenges.
This research is developed through books, edited volumes, and academic service — see the full publication record for the scholarly output associated with these areas.
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