Dr. Shoaib Khan

Senior Academic & Geopolitical Analyst | Eurasian Studies & International Relations Expert
Mumbai, IN.

About

Highly accomplished academic and geopolitical analyst with over 25 years of experience specializing in Eurasian Studies, International Relations, and Russian Foreign Policy. Proven expertise in advanced research, lecturing, and extensive publication across critical geopolitical regions, including Central Asia, Caucasus, and the Middle East. Adept at guiding advanced research, fostering international academic discourse, and contributing strategic insights through numerous publications, conferences, and media engagements.

Work

Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai
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Visiting Faculty

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Lectured and mentored advanced students in Eurasian Studies, focusing on Russian foreign policy and regional geopolitics.

Highlights

Guided MPhil and PhD candidates through advanced research methodologies and dissertation development, ensuring high-quality academic output.

Delivered specialized lectures on complex topics including Russia in Global Affairs, Contemporary Trans-Caucasus, and Geopolitics of Central Eurasia to Master's students.

Contributed to the academic discourse by developing curriculum and fostering critical thinking in areas of Eurasian connectivity and Russian foreign policy.

Provided expert insights into contemporary Central Eurasia, enhancing student understanding of its strategic importance.

ALFAAZ Education and Cultural Society
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Founder and President

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Founded and led a cultural society dedicated to organizing academic events and publishing scholarly work in international relations.

Highlights

Established and presided over ALFAAZ Education and Cultural Society, organizing numerous conferences, seminars, and symposiums since 2011.

Drove knowledge dissemination by publishing academic works in both Urdu and English, fostering cultural and educational exchange.

Cultivated a platform for critical discussions on international relations and cultural topics, engaging diverse academic and public audiences.

Mahim Social Workers College
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Part-time Lecturer

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Delivered foundational education in economics and commerce to students at Mahim Social Workers College for over two decades.

Highlights

Educated students on core principles of Economics and Organisation of Commerce and Management for 28 years.

Fostered academic growth and understanding in foundational business subjects through consistent instruction.

Contributed to the long-term educational mission of the college as a dedicated part-time faculty member.

Department for Civics and Politics, University of Mumbai
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Visiting Faculty

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Provided expert instruction in international relations to postgraduate students at the University of Mumbai.

Highlights

Instructed postgraduate students enrolled in the Post Graduate Diploma in International Relations program.

Enhanced student understanding of global political dynamics, foreign policy, and international affairs.

Contributed specialized knowledge in civics and politics, enriching the academic curriculum.

Various Companies
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Office Administrator

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Managed administrative operations for various companies, ensuring efficient day-to-day functioning for 7 years.

Highlights

Oversaw daily administrative functions across multiple organizations for a period of 7 years.

Ensured smooth operational workflows, contributing to organizational efficiency and support services.

Developed foundational organizational and coordination skills in diverse corporate environments.

Education

University of Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Ph.D.

Eurasian Studies

Courses

Dissertation: Strategic Relevance and Significance of Caucasus

University of Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

M.Phil

Eurasian Studies

Courses

Dissertation: Russia's Energy Relations with European Union

University of Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

M.A.

Eurasian Studies

Garware Institute, University of Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Post Graduate Diploma

Communication & Journalism

Burhani College, University of Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Graduate

Commerce

Awards

Member of the Board of Directors for BRICS Literary Award

Awarded By

Secretariat of the BRICS Literary Award, Moscow, Russia

Appointed as a member of the Board of Directors for the BRICS Literary Award, effective February 2025.

Appreciation for 'The best article of a political scientist'

Awarded By

RUSSIAN POLITICAL SCIENCE JOURNAL of LOMONOSOV MOSCOW STATE UNIVERSITY (International Conference)

Received an appreciation letter for the research paper 'Geopolitics of Caucasus and the game of power in the region', presented at an international online conference.

Judge for Annual Student Seminar

Awarded By

Department of History, Jai Hind College, Mumbai

Appointed as a judge for the Annual Student Seminar titled 'Bolshevik Revolution and Indo-Russian Friendship'.

Publications

War imposed on Russia

Published by

Mukt Samvad (Marathi language journal)

Summary

Published an article in Marathi discussing the war imposed on Russia.

A Diary of my Donetsk visit

Published by

Turkish Journal United World International

Summary

Published an article reflecting on a visit to Donetsk.

Economic Relations between Russia and India: Opportunities and Intricacies

Published by

Journal GRIN Verlag

Summary

Published an article analyzing the economic relations between Russia and India, highlighting opportunities and complexities.

Afghanistan Crisis and Russia's Role in Securing Security in Eurasia

Published by

Journal GRIN Verlag

Summary

Published an article examining the Afghanistan crisis and Russia's role in Eurasian security.

BRICS and the Global balance of Power

Published by

Moscow Publishing House

Summary

Participated in an online international conference and published an article on BRICS and the global balance of power.

Scientific Diplomacy in International Relations and its importance in conflict resolution

Published by

RUSSIAN POLITICAL SCIENCE

Summary

Published an article on scientific diplomacy in international relations and its role in conflict resolution.

The Strategy of Russia in the Trans-Eurasian Connectivity

Published by

QEIOS Journal

Summary

Published an analysis of Russia's strategy in Trans-Eurasian Connectivity.

Implications of Russia-Ukraine war on Eurasian geopolitics

Published by

Istanbul Arel University and AREL USAM (Conference Proceedings)

Summary

Presented on the implications of the Russia-Ukraine war on Eurasian geopolitics at an international congress.

Geopolitics of Caucasus and the game of power in the region

Published by

RUSSIAN POLITICAL SCIENCE JOURNAL of LOMONOSOV MOSCOW STATE UNIVERSITY

Summary

Presented and published on the geopolitics of the Caucasus and the regional power dynamics at an international conference.

Russia's interests in the Persian Gulf

Published by

Russian Political Science Journal of Lomonosov Moscow State University

Summary

Published an article examining Russia's interests in the Persian Gulf region.

Relations between Russia and European Union: Developments and Complexities

Published by

GJHSS Global Journal Human Social Science

Summary

Published an analysis of the developments and complexities in relations between Russia and the European Union.

Eurasian Connectivity: Interests of the Regional and Great Powers

Published by

VESTNIK RUDN Peoples Friendship University

Summary

Presented and published on Eurasian connectivity and the interests of regional and great powers at an international conference.

INSTC (International North South Transport Corridor) connecting Eurasia and India

Published by

EJOSS Euras Journal of Social Science

Summary

Published an article on the International North South Transport Corridor (INSTC) and its role in connecting Eurasia and India.

Power Games on the Silk Route: A Journey from Historical to Modern Era

Published by

EURASIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL

Summary

Published an article exploring the historical and modern power dynamics along the Silk Route.

The Re-Evaluation of Russian Strategic Presence in the Middle East

Published by

JISPOL Journal of Islamic Politics

Summary

Published an analysis re-evaluating Russia's strategic presence in the Middle East.

Russian language as tool in foreign policy in CIS

Published by

JOURNAL POST-SOVIET STUDIES

Summary

Published an article examining the role of the Russian language as a foreign policy tool within the CIS region.

BRICS Opportunities and Challenges Ahead

Published by

Romanian Review of Eurasian Studies

Summary

Published an article on the future opportunities and challenges for BRICS in the Romanian Review of Eurasian Studies.

Russia's Intervention in Syria and Its Relations with Turkey

Summary

Presented online at a joint seminar on Russia's intervention in Syria and its relations with Turkey, focusing on historical, cultural, economic, and political issues.

Russia in the Capitalist World: A Journey from Socialist to Capitalist Environment

Published by

Lambert Academic Publication

Summary

Authored a book detailing Russia's transition from a socialist to a capitalist environment.

Political transformations in the Eurasian space: from the collapse of the USSR to the project of Greater Eurasia

Published by

Russian Political Science Journal, Lomonosov Moscow State University

Summary

Published an article in Russian analyzing political transformations in Eurasia from the USSR's collapse to the Greater Eurasia project.

Indo-Russian Trade and Economic Relations with Diplomacy in the Medieval Era

Published by

Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai and Pushkin Institute

Summary

Co-authored and presented a paper on Indo-Russian trade and economic relations during the medieval era at an international conference.

Challenges for India in Central Asia

Published by

Kaspiskii Vestnik 'Caspian Bulletin'

Summary

Published a two-part article in Russian on the challenges India faces in Central Asia.

China – Khyrgyz Relations in the Shadow of Dragon (Urdu)

Published by

Rashriya Sahara Urdu

Summary

Published an article in Urdu on China-Kyrgyz relations.

India's Strategic Balance between Russia and the United States

Published by

Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai

Summary

Presented on India's strategic balance between Russia and the United States at the '19th India-Russia Summit Assessing the Strategic Partnership' seminar.

Geopolitics of Eurasia

Published by

Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai (Special Issue on Central Asia)

Summary

Published an article on the geopolitics of Eurasia in a special issue focusing on Central Asia.

Prehistory of Russia's relationship with NATO in the new era (1991-2012)

Published by

Journal 'Post- Soviet Studies', Moscow, Russia

Summary

Co-authored a research paper examining the prehistory of Russia's relationship with NATO from 1991-2012, published in two parts.

Seven Decades of Indo-Russian Diplomatic Relations

Published by

Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai

Summary

Presented on 70 years of Indo-Russian diplomatic relations at the National Seminar 'Indo-Russian Diplomatic Relations 70 Years of Unfailing Friendship'.

Geopolitical Economy of Central Asia and interests of the External Powers

Published by

G.B. Books in association with Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai

Summary

Analyzed the geopolitical economy of Central Asia and the interests of external powers, presented at an International Seminar titled 'Dynamics of Central Asia Issues and Challenges'.

The Caspian and its Strategic Significance

Published by

Central Eurasian Journal Special Issue on Caspian Sea, Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai

Summary

Contributed to a special issue on the Caspian Sea, analyzing its strategic significance.

Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) a Thriving Regional Organisation with Daunting Challenges

Published by

Rishab Publication

Summary

Analyzed the Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO), its regional significance, and inherent challenges. Presented at a seminar jointly organized by the Department of Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai and Cultural Centre of Russia.

Russia's Far Eastern strategy in the Post-Cold War Era

Published by

Knowledge World

Summary

Examined Russia's Far Eastern strategy in the post-Cold War era, presented at an International Seminar titled 'Two decades of Re-emerging Russia: Prospects and Challenges'.

Putin's Visit to India and its Strategic Implications

Summary

Presented on the strategic implications of Putin's visit to India at a seminar organized by Centre for Central Eurasian Studies and Russian Cultural Centre.

US factor in Indo-Russian Relations

Summary

Presented on the influence of the US factor in Indo-Russian relations at an International Seminar titled 'Re-Emerging Indo-Russian Relations in the New World Order'.

Central Asia in Historical and Geo Political Perspective

Published by

Khatijabi College magazine

Summary

Contributed an article on Central Asia from a historical and geopolitical perspective.

Ukraine's Strategic significance from Caucasus to Western Europe

Published by

Eurasian Studies Special Issue on Slavic Republics, University of Mumbai (Newsletter)

Summary

Published an article on Ukraine's strategic significance from the Caucasus to Western Europe.

Russia's Position in the Korean Peninsular

Published by

Rasi Publication, 'Journal of Asian Politics'

Summary

Explored Russia's strategic and political position within the Korean Peninsula in Vol.1 of 'Journal of Asian Politics'.

China in South Asia India's Wary for its increasing role

Published by

Khatijabi College magazine

Summary

Published an article on China's increasing role in South Asia and India's concerns.

Uzbek – Khirgiz Clash

Published by

Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai (Newsletter)

Summary

Contributed an article on the Uzbek-Kyrgyz clash to the Centre for Central Eurasian Studies newsletter.

Languages

English
Urdu
Hindi
Marathi
Russian
French
German

Certificates

Advanced Diploma in Russian Language

Issued By

Department of Russian Language, University of Mumbai

IELTS

Issued By

British Council (inferred)

Skills

Eurasian Studies & Geopolitics

International Relations, Russian Foreign Policy, Connectivity, Near Abroad, Eurasia, Central Asia, Caucasus, Russia in Global Affairs, Contemporary Trans-Caucasus, Geopolitics / Security in Central Eurasia, Caspian Region, Contemporary Central Eurasia, Strategic Analysis, Global Politics, BRICS, Silk Route, INSTC.

Academic Leadership & Research

Dissertation Guidance, MPhil Supervision, PhD Supervision, Curriculum Development, Research Paper Review, Journal Reviewer, Academic Writing, Scholarly Publication, Historical Analysis, Political Science.

Teaching & Lecturing

Higher Education Instruction, Postgraduate Education, Economics, Organisation of Commerce and Management, International Relations Education.

Conference & Event Management

Seminar Organization, Conference Planning, Symposium Management, Public Speaking, Presentation Delivery, Cultural Exchange.

Media & Outreach

Interviews, Opinion Pieces, Journalism, Public Discourse, Media Engagement.