H.E. Mr. Viorel ISTICIOAIA-BUDURA

(Romania), Former Ambassador of Romania to the People’s Republic of China, Former Head of the European Union delegation to Japan, Managing Director, Head of Asia and Pacific Department, European External Action Service, Bucharest

Dr. Amina Khan is the Director of the Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI). She is a distinguished analyst of regional security, focusing on Afghanistan, counterterrorism, and Middle Eastern diplomacy. Her research and commentaries explore the interplay between geopolitics and peacebuilding, emphasizing inclusive dialogue and pragmatic conflict resolution. Dr. Khan contributes regularly to national and international forums on issues of extremism, governance, and post-conflict stabilization. Her work bridges policy, security studies, and practical diplomacy in advancing stability across the broader region.