Dr. Siegfried O. Wolf
Expert in South Asian Politics & Security
Director of Research, South Asia Democratic Forum (SADF)
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Senior Researcher, South Asia Institute (SAI), Heidelberg University
About
Dr. Siegfried O. Wolf is a renowned political scientist with proven expertise in international relations and security policy in South Asia. After completing his studies and his doctorate (Ph.D., 2009) at Heidelberg University, he established himself as a leading analyst of geopolitical dynamics. He is the Director of Research at the South Asia Democratic Forum (SADF) in Brussels and a Senior Researcher at the South Asia Institute of Heidelberg University. In addition, he acts as a strategic consultant and reviewer, including for the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and within the framework of NATO-sponsored research projects. As a sought-after expert, he regularly provides context on current political developments for international media outlets (including Deutsche Welle).
Expertise
South Asia & International Security
Analysis of conflict dynamics, security policy, and regional cooperation across the Indian subcontinent.
CPEC & Belt and Road Initiative
Strategic and economic assessment of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor within the context of China's global infrastructure policy.
Civil-military Relations
In-depth examination of the military's political role and democratization processes, with particular focus on Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Selected Publications
Dissertation / Standardwerk
"The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor of the Belt and Road Initiative: Concept, Context and Assessment"
(Springer, 2019)
Contact
For lectures, consulting requests, academic exchange, or media interviews.