Lukas Fiala is currently a PhD candidate in International Relations at the London School of Economics (LSE), nurturing his expertise in Chinese foreign policy, defence innovation and the Global South. He brings unique insights into the evolving geopolitical landscape, especially regarding China's strategic priorities. Lukas is probably best known for heading the China Foresight Project at LSE IDEAS, influencing policy discussions on China's global engagement.
Lukas’s early journey is marked by an exceptional combination of prestigious education and impressive professional experience. He holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from LSE and a Master’s in China Studies from Peking University’s Yenching Academy, one of the world’s most renowned China-focused programmes. His passion for international affairs and security has led him to gain hands-on experience at a variety of geopolitics institutions, setting a strong foundation for his work in the international relations field.
Lukas's career is filled with accolades and significant roles in shaping discourse on international relations, particularly around China. He has been the Project Head for China Foresight at LSE IDEAS since 2023, where he directs cutting-edge research and facilitates high-level discussions. He has also served as Director of OCAC (Oxford China-Africa Consultancy), expanding the consultancy’s reach in both the UK and Africa. In 2020, he won the Philip Windsor Prize for his outstanding dissertation on China's role in the Global South. His research is promising to shape policy discussions on China's defence and security policies.
Lukas Fiala is an ideal speaker or host for organisations and educational facilities that aim to engage with complex geopolitical issues, particularly those focused on China’s global influence. His deep understanding of China’s foreign policy, military strategy, and security dynamics in the Global South make him a valuable resource for audiences interested in the intersection of politics, economics, and security. His ability to break down these sophisticated topics and his experience in both academic and policy-making environments mean he offers unparalleled expertise in his field.
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Lukas Fiala's official speaker topics are listed below:
- China’s Foreign Policy
- China’s Role in International Security
- China-Africa Relations
- Chinese Defence Innovation
- Global South Security Relationships
- International Relations and Geopolitical Strategy
- 2023 - Head of China Foresight at LSE IDEAS, overseeing strategy and research on China's global influence
- 2020 - Winner of the Philip Windsor Prize for best MSc International Relations dissertation
- 2020 - Yenching Academy Scholar at Peking University, specialising in China’s international security
- 2019 - Director of OCAC (Oxford China-Africa Consultancy), expanding research on China-Africa relations
- 2019 - Master’s in International Relations, London School of Economics, graduated with distinction
