Dr. Taimur Shamil, our President and Executive Director, envisions Policy East as a premier global think tank and a transformative force in the global intellectual landscape. He aims to bridge the gap between rigorous academic research and actionable statecraft.

At the core of his vision is the commitment to intellectual integrity and depth. By fostering a network of scholars and practitioners, Dr. Shamil seeks to elevate Policy East into a platform where regional expertise meets global policy standards.

Dr Shamil’s vision is to create a powerhouse of narrative-building that not only observes international shifts but actively shapes the strategic frameworks of the future.

To establish Policy East as a leading think tank, Dr. Shamil emphasizes the power of narrative as a critical tool for national and global security. He views the think tank not merely as a research hub but as a dynamic bridge between the East and West, based in New York to navigate global policy discourse while remaining deeply rooted in the complexities of South Asian and Middle Eastern geopolitics.

By prioritizing high-level mentorship—evident in his extensive global experience— and fostering a “scholar-diplomat” tradition of thoughtful engagement, Dr. Shamil positions Policy East to be an indispensable voice in navigating the multi-polar world and redefining the nexus of security, culture, and diplomacy.