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SI #41 - Understanding Geopolitical Dynamics In East Asia (with Dr. Brian Wong) May 15, 2024

On this episode we welcome Dr. Brian Wong to discuss the ever-evolving state of affairs in East & South-East Asia. We draw particular attention to the China-Taiwan relationship and its impact on regional stability. We also discuss the US attempts in asserting its regional influence, China-US relations, prospects for increased regional cooperation and much more! Dr. Brian Wong is an Assistant Professor in Philosophy at Hong Kong University. He is a political theorist and geopolitical strategist whose research examines authoritarian regimes and citizens' political and moral responsibilities, colonial and historical injustices and the interaction between domestic politics and foreign policy of states in East Asia, especially China. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI #40 - Deep Dive Into UK Current Affairs (with Dr. Kalliopi Kyriakopoulou) Mar 27, 2024

On this episode we take a deep dive into UK politics and current affairs with Dr. Kalliopi Kyriakopoulou. We discuss the upcoming elections, the rising wave of anti-muslim and antisemitic racism, the complexities and challenges post-Brexit, the case of a new Global Britain, and much more! Dr. Kalliopi Kyriakopoulou has studied Classics and Philosophy and holds a PhD in Politics and Government. She is a lecturer in Politics at Bader College, Queens University (Canada) in the UK. She is also a Visiting Professor at the Law Department of the Catholic University in Lille, France, where she teaches Geopolitics and Comparative Politics to undergraduate and postgraduate students. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI #39 - Lithuania & Its Current Role In Eastern Europe (with Dr. Sarunas Liekis) Mar 20, 2024

On this episode we welcome Dr. Sarunas Liekis, a Lithuanian historian and political scientist, to discuss current developments in Eastern Europe. Also, we exchange on the perceptions of the Russia-Ukraine war across the EU and more specifically among the Eastern EU and NATO members. Dr. Sarunas Liekis is a Professor of Politics and the Dean of the faculty of politics and diplomacy at the Vytautas Magnus University, in Lithuania. He is an expert on inter-ethnic relations and conflicts. He studied at Vilnius University 1987–1993 (earning an MA), at the University of Oxford 1991–1992 (earning a Diploma), at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem 1995–1996, at Brandeis University 1993–1998 (earning a PhD), and earned the Habilitation at Vilnius University in 2005. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI #38 - The Pedagogical Role Of Sustainability (with Dr. Achilleas Karayiannis) Mar 13, 2024

On this episode we welcome Dr. Achilleas Karayiannis to discuss management, innovation and sustainability. What exactly is sustainability? Is it about people? Societies? Customers? Products and services? How do we study it? How do we apply it? How do we measure it? All these questions and more are explored in this episode. Dr. Achilleas Karayiannis is an Assistant Professor in Sustainability and Organizational Behaviour at Neapolis University in Paphos. He holds a BSc in Business Administration and Management with Psychology (2001-2004, Oxford Brookes University), an MA in Organization Studies (2004-2005, Warwick University) and a PhD titled “Acting and Performing: An Organizational Approach” (2005-2009, Essex university). His research interests are focused on the exchange of roles at the intersection between everyday and professional life; on the pedagogical role of sustainability and the role of sustainability in the creation of sustainable competitive advantages for organizations and businesses. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI #37 - Fighting & Winning Space Warfare (with Paul Szymanski) Nov 08, 2023

On this episode we welcome Paul Szymanski with whom we discuss space warfare and how it has become a topic of growing concern in recent years. We go over the key actors and nations involved more actively in space warfare as well as their motivations and objectives. Also, we discuss space-based missile defence systems, the role of satellites in modern warfare, anti-satellite weapons and much more. Paul Szymanski in the President of the Space Strategies Center and has over 50 years' experience in all fields related to space warfare. He has worked directly with multiple services (Air Force, Navy, Marines), civilian agencies (NASA) and has collaborated with the White House National Security Council, Congress and the Pentagon. He has over 900 publications and has lectured all over the world. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#36 - Understanding Canada's Recent Domestic & International Controversies (with Rodolphe Husny) Nov 01, 2023

On this episode we welcome Rodolphe Husny to discuss the recent blunders in Canada's domestic and international affairs, such as controversies around public finances, housing, immigration, as well as failing relations with China and India, and much more! Rodolphe holds a degree in Administration and a Graduate Diploma in Accounting from HEC Montréal. After 5 years as a Senior Associate, including for PwC, he jumped into politics as a Conservative Candidate in two federal elections. It led him to become Director of Communications for the Ministry of International Trade and Senior Advisor in the Harper Government from 2011 to 2015. He participated in more than 50 trade missions and in the negotiations of the historic Canada-Europe, South Korea and Trans Pacific trade agreements. He also worked abroad for a large distributor in the Gulf region. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#35 - Israel's War On Terror (Part B) Oct 25, 2023

On this second episode on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, CEO of Strategy International, is joined by Dan Feferman, Dr. Ahmed Khuzaie and Dr. Janiel Melamed to analyze the developments of this deadly conflict in the Middle-East. They discuss Israel's response to Hamas' terrorist attack; the growing international pressure to mitigate a humanitarian crisis; cease-fire and peace negotiations; foreign leaders' visits in the region; the role of the media and the importance of accuracy in the information being reported and much more. Dr. Janiel Melamed is a Professor of International Security and Middle-Eastern Studies at Universidad Del Norte, in Colombia. Dan Feferman and Dr. Ahmed Khuzaie work as Executive Director and Political Affairs Director, respectively, at Sharaka, a NGO established in 2020 by people from Israel, UAE and Bahrain following the signing of the Abraham Accords. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#34 - Israel's War On Terror (Part A) Oct 17, 2023

On this episode we welcome Professor Kobi Michael who joins Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos for a discussion on Hamas' recent horrendous terrorist attack in Israel, that led to the senseless murder of thousands of civilians, including women and children, in addition to over 100 hostages that were taken to Gaza. Why and how this happened? What this war means for the region? Who are the important allies and threats? All these questions and more are answered on this episode. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#33 - Understanding EURAXESS: Researchers In Motion (with Viktoria Bodnarova) Oct 04, 2023

On this episode we welcome Viktoria Bodnarova. Together we discuss a valuable program funded by the European Commission, EURAXESS. What exactly is it; what does it do; what services does it offer; how it supports researchers and enhances European research collaborations globally and much more! Viktoria Bodnarova is the Regional Coordinators for EURAXESS Latin America & Caribbean, based in Bogota, Colombia, as of 2022. Her main role is to inform the community of researchers of all scientific domains and nationalities based in Latin America and the Caribbean about the funding and career opportunities the European Research Area (ERA) offers (European, national or regional funding opportunities). The second role Viktoria holds is the EURAXESS Worldwide Outreach Liaison in order to reinforce the synergies, links and co-design of activities and actions between Europe and the Worldwide offices. Born in Slovakia, Viktoria holds a Master of Arts degree in International Relations and European Studies from the Metropolitan University in Prague. She was an international student herself in the UK, France, US and Canada and speaks six languages. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#32 - The EU: Harmonization, Integration & Primacy Of Law (with Prof. Stephanie Laulhe Shaelou) Aug 23, 2023

On this episode, we welcome Professor Stephanie Laulhe Shaelou, an expert in EU law and the European Commission and all its agencies. We discuss the complexities of the European Union, specifically with regard to the primacy of EU law, the challenges of the European Commission in promoting harmonization and integration within the EU, current and future challenges in the EU and much more! Stephanie Laulhe Shaelou is a Professor of European Law and Reform and the Head of the School of Law at the University of Central Lancashire in Cyprus. She is the Director of the Jean Monnet Center of Excellence on the Rule of Law and European Values. Finally, she serves as Senior Consultant for European & International Law at Strategy International. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#31 - Protocol: A Strategy In Diplomacy (with Marie Betts-Johnson) Jul 12, 2023

On this episode we welcome Marie Betts-Johnson. She is a protocol expert and we discuss her fascinating world that, more often than not, happens behind the scenes. We talk about the importance of protocol in diplomacy, how it can impact relations between countries, dealing with cultural differences and much more! Marie Betts-Johnson is the Founder & Director of the International Protocol Institute of California. She is a renowned expert in the International, Diplomatic and Corporate Protocol industry and has. worked with some of the biggest companies and organizations worldwide, such as UN, NATO, IBM, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Deloitte & Touche and many more. She has been a visiting lecturer to the University of San Diego, the University of California and the San Diego and San Jose State Universities as part of their MBA programs. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#30 - The Clashing Politics Of Trans-Mediterranean Energy Connectivity (with Dr. T Marketos) Jul 05, 2023

On this episode we welcome Dr. Thrasyvoulos Marketos, an expert on Eurasian geopolitics and energy geostrategy. We discuss the various political, economic and social challenges of connecting Europe with renewable energy via the East-Mediterranean region. What options are on the table? How viable are they? What political repercussions could they provoke and much more! Dr. Thrasyvoulos N. Marketos is a Scientific Researcher and Visiting Lecturer of Eurasian Geopolitics & Energy Geostrategy at the School of Economics of the University of Peloponnese. He is also a Scientific Associate and Member of the 'Energy-Geopolitics' Committee of the Inst. Energy South-East Europe (IENE) and a Research Associate-Teacher of Eurasian Geopolitical Energy at the Institute of Continuing Education (IDE, Hellenic Ministry of National Defense). This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#29 - The World Bank View On Critical Development & Digital Finance (with Dr. Konstantinos Tsanis) Jun 25, 2023

On this episode we welcome Dr. Konstantinos Tsanis. We discuss financial inclusion and his experiences in the implementation of digital banking systems in developing countries. We also discuss the various challenges and advantages of the rapidly developing FinTech and open banking industries, cybersecurity, cryptocurrencies and much more. Dr. Tsanis is a Global Industry Specialist with the International Finance Corporation, with a focus on Digital Transformation and FinTech, and an Adjunct lecturer in Digital Finance at the University of Hult Business School. He is a seasoned financial technology and digital transformation executive, with 18+ years hands on experience across different continents and industries. He is a recognized subject matter expert with work published in books, conferences, and both industry and mainstream publications, and has received multiple industry awards. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#28 - Global Order In An Ever-Changing Cyberspace (with Dr. Andrew Liaropoulos) May 24, 2023

On this episode we welcome Dr. Andrew Liaropoulos to discuss cyberspace and its ever-changing impact on global political order. We go over the concept of cyberspace as a domain of geopolitical antagonism, how it has altered the traditional understanding of national security and warfare, the major challenges facing global cyberspace governance today, the importance of cyber deterrence in national security strategies and policy, and much more. Dr. Andrew Liaropoulos is Assistant Professor in University of Piraeus, Department of International and European Studies, Greece. He also teaches in the Air Staff Command College. His research interests include international security, intelligence reform, strategy, foreign policy analysis, European security policy, cyber security and Greek security policy. Dr. Liaropoulos is also a senior analyst in the Research Institute for European and American Studies (RIEAS) and a member of the editorial board of the Journal of Information Warfare (JIW) and of the Journal of European and American Intelligence Studies (JEAIS). This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#27 - West Asia: The Hopes & Challenges (with Farid Mirbaghieri) May 10, 2023

On this episode we welcome Farid Mirbaghieri, our very own Senior Consultant for West Asia. We discuss the shift of power and influence in the Middle-East, especially following the recent agreement brokered by China between Iran and Saudi-Arabia. Also, we talk about the potential for economic development in the region and the balance with the need for political stability and social justice. Farid Mirbaghieri is an academic and a former Professor of International Relations. He held the Dialogue Chair in Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Nicosia until his retirement in 2023. He is the co-founder of the Cyprus Diplomatic Academy and also acted as Research Director of the Center for World Dialogue, a NGO committed to promoting intercultural dialogue, based in Nicosia. He is Strategy International's Senior Consultant for West Asia and his latest books are War And Peace In Islam and The Historical Dictionary Of Cyprus. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#26 - Artificial Intelligence & Human-Technology Interaction (with Dr. Nikolina Ljepava) May 04, 2023

On this episode we welcome Dr. Nikolina Ljepava in order to discuss the ever-changing environment we live in and the significant role that Artificial Intelligence has taken. We discuss the role of AI in our daily lives, in business, in education and much more! Dr. Nikolina Ljepava is a Department Chair of Management in the College of Business Administration at the American University in the Emirates, Dubai, UAE. She is a practice-oriented university professor and senior marketing professional with extensive industry and academic experience in North America, Europe, and the United Arab Emirates. Holder of Ph.D. in Marketing Research specializing in digital marketing research and analytics and of major international professional qualifications in marketing: Chartered Marketer, Certified Digital Marketing Professional, and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Her research interests are related to various aspects of digital transformation in marketing and business, human-technology interaction, and applied marketing research and analytics. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#25 - The Changing Dynamics Of Global Power (with Dr. Najat AlSaied) Apr 26, 2023

On this episode we welcome Dr. Najat AlSaied to discuss the recent global developments that are reinforcing components of global multipolarity. Topics discussed include China's growing influence in the Middle-East and Gulf regions, American influence in the EU and much more. Dr AlSaied is an author, public speaker, researcher and news contributor, focusing on the Gulf region and the Middle East. She is consultant in strategic communication and crisis media management, certified in digital and social media marketing and communications. Formerly an Adjunct Professor in the American University in the Emirates, College of Mass Media and Communication, she is a columnist in Al Ittihad and also columnist in Arab News. She is also a political analyst and contributor on i24NEWS English. Her book Twitter Diplomacy: Media Polarization Before and After the Abraham Accords, March 25, 2022, has been classified as a bestseller in the US. Dr AlSaied earned her Ph.D. in Media Studies at the University of Westminster in London-UK in 2013. She holds two Master Degrees in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention and Computer Information Systems, from the American University in Washington DC. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#24 - The Protection Of Foreign Direct Investments (with Dr. Eleni Gavriil) Apr 04, 2023

On this episode we welcome Dr. Eleni Gavriil, an expert in international investment agreements, who breaks down in simple terms what it means to engage in foreign investments, the agreements and treaties that exist, the different associated risks and the various standards of protection. Dr Eleni Gavriil is a Lecturer in International Economic Law and Human Rights at the Department of History, Politics and International Studies of the Neapolis University Pafos. She holds a Ph.D. from the European Law and Governance School of the European Public Law Organization. The title of her thesis is the “Interplay between International Investment Law and Human Rights”. She obtained her LL.B. from the School of Law of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and her LL.M. in International and European Business Law from Neapolis University Paphos. She is an Attorney-at-Law with the Athens Bar Association. Her research interests include the fields of International Economic Law and European Law with an emphasis on international investment agreements, the promotion and protection of foreign investments and the protection of human rights. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#23 - Necropolitics & The Arab World (with Dr. Khaled Alkassimi) Mar 29, 2023

On this episode we welcome Dr. Khaled Alkassimi. We discuss the concept of necropolitics and how he believes it has been imposed on the Arab world. Also, we discuss the possible shift in power and influence with China's recent attempt to broker a deal between Iran and Saudi-Arabia. We also share some thoughts on the 20th anniversary since the US-led invasion of Iraq, and much more! Dr. Khaled Alkassimi is an Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the American University in the Emirates (AUE) with particular expertise in International Law and International Relations, Security Studies and (Post)-Development Studies, and finally, Political Philosophy. His most recent book published by Routledge is entitled Necropolitics And Arab Lives, The Legalization Of Creative Chaos In Arabia. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#22 - Understanding China's Regional & Global Influence (with Stefano Deleidi) Mar 23, 2023

On this episode we welcome Stefano Deleidi. We discuss China, its regional hegemony and recent efforts in establishing its presence as an influential global leader. Stefano Deleidi is a senior executive and expert in international trade and business with over 35 years experience in the private sector for a number of multinationals and industries. He also serves as Senior Consultant for International Trade & Business for Strategy International. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#21 - Toward A Greener Future (with Dr. Panagiota Pimenidou) Mar 14, 2023

On this episode we welcome Dr. Panagiota Pimenidou, an expert in Hydrogen Production. We discuss current and potential global trends in hydrogen production as a real catalyst for sustainable development and a greener future. Dr Panagiota Pimenidou a Chemical Engineer with a PhD in Hydrogen production from the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom. Panagiota combines excellent research development, project and resources management skills to solve complex problems and develop innovative research projects for challenging issues. She is an expert in heterogeneous catalysis systems (chemical looping reforming for hydrogen production, catalytic combustion, modelling of refinery operations, photocatalysis and electrocatalysis materials, industrial and transportation emissions’ reduction) and an academic course leader (in the BEng/ MEng in Chemical Engineering). Panagiota has been a tenured assistant professor in two instances: in Hydrogen Safety at the University of Ulster and in Chemical Engineering at the University of Bradford, both in the UK. As an analytical individual, she is the founder and hostess of the Global Greek Influence podcast, aiming to interpret and communicate specialist, complex information to a variety of audiences as a tool to prevent scientific and cutting- edge technologies miscommunication through leading Global Greeks experts in their field including politics and geopolitics affecting the implementation of innovation. Working in international and diverse team environments empowers and collaboratively brings out people’s talents independently of experience level. Panagiota group mentors “Women in STEM research” in the respective LeanIn Circle and volunteers to the EURAXESS scheme of “Shape the future of a researcher coming to Europe”. Finally, she promotes a culture of learning and trust by providing autonomy, purpose and mastery to PhD candidates and holders in STEM through mentoring at catalyst-x, where she is the founder and owner. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#20 - East European & East Mediterranean Relations (with Ino Afentouli) Mar 08, 2023

On this episode we welcome Ino Afentouli with whom we discuss Greece in particular, the latest alarming tensions in the East Mediterranean. Also, we talk about regional developments in East Europe, the Russia-Ukraine war, NATO enlargement and much more. Ino Afentouli is the Executive Director of the Institute of International Relations (IDIS), Greece’s leading university research institute, affiliated to the Department of International and European Studies at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences. During 2002-2022, she served as Program Manager at NATO’s Public Diplomacy Division. In this capacity, she was responsible for the design and implementation of the communications strategy of the Organization towards the member states of the Southern flank as well as towards the partner countries in the Caucasus and Central Asia. Prior to joining NATO, she was a journalist specialized in foreign and European affairs and she worked for Greek media outlets (Kathimerini daily, Sky Radio, Star Channel, Athens News Agency) as well as the Economist Intelligence Unit-Greek edition. For her work, she was awarded with the Calligas prize attributed by the European Journalists Association. She studied Law at the University of Athens and Political Science and Political Communication at the University of Paris I - Sorbonne and Paris II. She is the author of three books and numerous articles and founding member of the Israeli-Hellenic Forum and the Greek-Turkish Forum. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#19 - Understanding The EU & Its Emerging Challenges (with Prof. Theofanis Exadaktylos) Mar 01, 2023

On this episode we discuss with Professor Theofanis Exadaktylos, an expert in European public & foreign policies, Europeanization and politics and crisis. We go into detail about the notion of Europeanization and how it has evolved with ever-growing Euroscepticism. We also go over past and emerging challenges such as financial bailouts, Brexit, energy security, migration and others. Prof. Theofanis Exadaktylos is Professor in European Politics at the University of Surrey. His research agenda spans areas of European public and foreign policies, Europeanization, politics and crisis, politics and representation, politics of austerity, policy implementation and political trust and policy styles. His previous work has been published in number of international peer reviewed journals including the Journal of Common Market Studies, Policy Studies Journal, Politics & Policy, National Identities, Policy Studies, International Journal of Communication, European Journal of Politics & Gender, Javnost, Journal of European Integration, and European Policy Analysis among others. His latest book is the co-edited volume with Nikos Zahariadis, Evie Petridou and Jörgen Sparf on Policy Styles and Trust in the Age of Pandemics: Global Threat, National Responses published by Routledge in 2022. He is co-editor of the Journal of Common Market Studies Annual Review, and co-convenor of the ECPR Standing Group on Political Methodology. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#18 - Understanding & Analyzing The Challenges In The MENA Region (with Dr. Elie Abouaoun) Feb 22, 2023

On this episode we're thrilled to have Dr. Elie Abouaoun, Director of North Africa Programs & Regional Hub for the United States Institute for Peace. We discuss what USIP is and the important work it does. We then go into detail on certain regional challenges and how they've affected local societies as well as global relations. Dr. Abouaoun joined USIP after serving as the executive director of the Arab Human Rights Fund. Prior to being the acting country director and program manager of the Danish Refugee Council in Iraq, Dr. Abouaoun managed humanitarian, human rights, and development projects in the MENA region. He serves as a senior trainer and consultant for various international organizations since 1996, including the Council of Europe. He was appointed a member of the Reference Group, established by the Directorate of Education-Council of Europe (2001), to supervise the drafting of COMPASS, a manual for human rights education. He later supervised the manual's adaptation and translation into Arabic to be distributed throughout the MENA region. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#17 - Geopolitics & Global Migration (with Dusko Tomic & Eldar Saljic) Feb 15, 2023

On this episode we discuss the conflict in Eastern Europe with Prof. Dusko Tomic and Prof. Eldar Saljic and the repercussions it has had in the region's geopolitics. Also, we discuss the mass migration and how countries are/should be dealing with it. Prof. Dusko Tomic is SI's Senior Consultant for Risk &. Emergency Management and National Security. He has over 20 years experience in the area of disaster risk prevention and risk management of emergency situations. He is a member of the Commercial Crime Bureau of London and a member of the International Police Association. Prof. Eldar Saljic is SI's Senior Consultant for Criminal Justice & Security. He is a criminologist specializing in policing, security, as well as terrorism and has published many book on terrorism and security. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#16 - Understanding Energy Security (with Dr. Robert Cutler) Feb 08, 2023

On this episode we talk with Dr. Robert Cutler, a specialist in energy security, geo-economics and European/Eurasian affairs. We discuss Canada's refusal to supply LNG to Germany and Japan, as well as efforts from European countries to find alternate sources of energy following the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Dr, Robert Cutler is a Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and a Senior Fellow and Director of the Energy Security Program at the NATO Association of Canada. He's also a Senior Consultant for Strategic Negotiations, Energy Security & Geo-economics at Strategy International as well as its Director of the Regional Strategic Affairs Program. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#15 - Strategy International In 2023 & Pressing Issues In East Europe & East Mediterranean Feb 01, 2023

On this episode we talk with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, Strategy International's Founder and CEO. We go over 2022, SI's inaugural year and discuss the very ambitious goals for 2023. We also go over some of the more pressing issues in East Europe and the developments of the Ukraine-Russia war, as well as the mounting tensions between Greece and Turkey. Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos is an Associate Professor of International Security & Strategy and also the Head of Department of History, Politics & International Studies at the Neapolis University in Pafos, Cyprus. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#14 - Current International Affairs Crises (with Dr. James Phelps) Jan 18, 2023

On this episode we talk with Dr. James Phelps, an International Affairs expert and Professor at NSU in Florida, Aurora University in Illinois and Capitol Technical University in Washington DC. He is a generalist in international relations research and gives lectures on a variety of topics. Prior to becoming a professor, Dr. Phelps served for 21 years in the U.S. Navy in a variety of assignments. He has received numerous commendations and recognitions for his military service. He is the author of five books, including the widely used and highly praised Border Security (in its 2nd edition), numerous national and international conference presentations, and several journal articles. He is co-author of Intelligence for Homeland Security published by Lynne Rienner Publishers and conducts technical editing and writing for academics and businesses world-wide. He is currently co-authoring a germinal work decomposing the cyber security field to the individual component levels. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI #13 - Russia - Ukraine: The Russian Perspective & Relations With The USA Jan 05, 2023

On this episode we talk with Dr. Michael Grossman who gives us a perspective from the Russian side of the conflict. What is happening on the ground? Is there really a sentiment for a "Greater Russia"? Are the Russian people uniting around Putin? The effects following a recent Ukrainian drone attack on Russian airfields and much more. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#12 - Lula's Comeback: Impact & Challenges For The Americas & Brazil's Foreign Policy Priorities Dec 23, 2022

On this episode we talk with Dr. Mohamed Badine El Yattioui who takes into a deep analysis of the recent, and quite intense, elections in Brazil. Following the very close victory and comeback of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, we explore the ever-present reality of ideological polarization, the political shift in Brazil and what it means for the relations with regional partners in the Americas as well as the country's new foreign policy orientations and priorities. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#11: The Abraham Accords And Their Importance For The Middle-East (with Dr. Nir Boms) Dec 14, 2022

On this episode, Dr. Nir Boms takes us through the Abraham Accords, the reason behind their inception, what they mean for the parties involved and their importance for regional stability. Dr. Boms is a writer, researcher and commentator on Middle East Affairs. He serves as research fellow at the Moshe Dayan Center at Tel Aviv University where he is the Chairman of the Syria Research Forum and the Gulf Israel Policy Forum as well as the coordinator of the TAU Workshop on Israel and the Middle East and the Hiwar Forum for Intra-Regional Dialogue. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#10 - A New Offensive Nuclear Threat Strategy (with Prof. Frederic Lemieux) Dec 09, 2022

On this episode, Dr. Frederic Lemieux explains Russia's recent shift towards an offensive nuclear threat strategy an how this can be a precursor to a possible behaviour of other nuclear countries. He also discusses how the current conflict between China and Ukraine could serve as a blueprint for a potential conflict between China and Taiwan. Dr. Frederic Lemieux is a Professor and Faculty Director at Georgetown University with significant expertise in intelligence, cybersecurity, homeland security and international cooperation. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#9 - Cybersecurity & Cyberterrorism (with Prof. Nineta Polemi) Dec 02, 2022

On this episode we talk with Dr. Nineta Polemi. She is a professor on cybersecurity at the University of Piraeus. Wth over 150 publications and numerous conferences on the matter, she is a leading expert on an issue that is quickly becoming a priority for governments, institutions and businesses worldwide. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2022-2025 This podcast (audio or audiovisual) may not be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, resold, visited, or otherwise exploited for any commercial, scientific, educational purpose without the written consent of Strategy International (SI) Ltd and its legal representative.

SI#8: EU & Its Stability, Credibility & Challenges (with Dr. Dimitris Tsarouhas) Nov 09, 2022

On this episode, Dr. Dimitris Tsarouhas discusses the ever-relevant challenges that the European Union is facing such as the rise of populism and national Euroscepticism, the refugee migration, the energy crisis, regional security and leadership, the future of the European Political Community and much more. Dr. Dimitris Tsarouhas is an Associate Professor at Virginia Tech with countless publications on European politics and international relations.

SI#7: Russia-Ukraine: History Repeating & Greece-Turkey: East Mediterranean Power Politics Nov 02, 2022

In this 7th episode, Dr. Kleanthis Kyriakidis, while discussing the Russia-Ukraine conflict, delves into historical similarities of illegal invasions and occupations. He also talks about his experience as a naval captain dealing with various Turkish provocative challenges in the eastern Mediterranean which still remain a daily occurrence and have spiked tensions with Greece. Dr. Kyriakidis is an author, academic and former advisor to the Alternate Minister of Defense and Plans and Policy Director of the Hellenic Navy.

SI#6: Is Russia-Ukraine A Precursor To China-Taiwan? (with Dr. Francis Schortgen) Oct 29, 2022

In our 6th episode, Dr. Francis Schortgen gives an analytic portrayal on the recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the possibility of it being a precursor to a China-Taiwan conflict. In addition, he discusses the recent social uprising against the Iranian regime. Dr. Francis Schortgen Senior Consultant - International Business & Security in Asia is the Associate Dean of Faculty at the University of Utah Asia Campus in Incheon, South Korea.

SI#5: The Russia-Ukraine War & Power Politics In Eastern Mediterranean (with Prof. Kostas A. Lavdas) Oct 12, 2022

In our fifth episode, Dr. Kostas Lavdas discusses latest developments and dynamics in the Russia-Ukraine war; the newly-created European Political Community and the future of this new framework; the rising tensions in Eastern Mediterranean and what this means for the region as well as the NATO alliance. Dr. Kostas Lavdas is the Director of Graduate Program in International Relations and Strategic Studies at the Department of International, European and Area Studies at the Panteion University in Athens.

SI#4: India, China & The Indo-Pacific Balance Of Power (with Dr. Shishir Upadhyaya) Oct 12, 2022

In our fourth episode, Shishir Upadhyaya discusses his extensive experience as an Indian Naval Officer. He also explains the political dynamics of the Indo-Pacific region, the challenges and the shift between the India and China balance of power. He goes into a detailed description of strategic alliances and initiatives in the region such as the Indo-Pacific Strategy, AUKUS and more. Shishir Upadhyaya is a former Indian Naval Officer with a background in operations and intelligence. He is an Assistant Professor, College of Security and Global Studies at the American University in the Emirates and holds a PhD in International Relations and Security Studies from the University of Wollongong in Australia.

SI#3: Georgia's Past, Current, and Future and the war in Ukraine (with Dr. Josef Demergis) Aug 26, 2022

In our third episode, Ambassador Gela Bezhuashvili discusses life experiences. How experiences shaped and shaped the current state of political affairs and opinions. Defines and discusses public service during and after the fall of the Soviet Union, the bid for Georgian EU membership, and the War in Ukraine, among others. Ambassador Bezhuashvilli is a career diplomat and Georgian politician. He is a member of the Honorary Board of Strategy International and a senior expert. He served as Deputy Minister of Defence, Minister of Defence, Foreign Minister, Georgian Intelligence Service Director, and Assistant to the President of Georgia on national security issues.

SI#2: Ukraine, Turkey, China and the Evolution of Cyber Foreign Policy (with Amb. Gela Bezhuashvili) Aug 26, 2022

In our second episode, Dr. Josef Demergis discusses diplomacy's role in the Ukraine war. Turkey's role in the conflict, the evolution of relations with China and the West, and the ongoing cyber foreign policy, among other issues. Dr. Demergis is head of Research and Analysis of Strategy International. Holds a Ph.D. in International relations, applied strategic studies to include risk assessments, security, and cyber foreign policy.

SI#1: The International State of Affairs (with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos) Aug 25, 2022

In this first episode of the Strategy International Podcast, we discuss with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, the CEO of Strategy International. We hear about his decision, motivation, and aspirations to create this international think tank and consulting company. We examine the current state of international affairs, analyzing the geostrategic landscape and ongoing challenges and threats.

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