Biography
is a lecturer at Rīga Stradiņš University. He holds an
MA in International Relations and currently continues his Ph.D. studies
at Rīga Stradiņš University. In his academic career, he has focused on issues concerning Russia (particularly security, economy, and soft power), the
World Trade Organization, NATO and Security-related issues, as well as
the European Neighbourhood. He is the author of numerous articles and
the editor of several books. He is also a Researcher at the Latvian Institute
of International Affairs. In his long-standing professional career as a representative at the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Latvia, he has been
Head of Defence Policy and Strategy Section as well as Diplomat at the Permanent Representation of the Republic of Latvia to NATO and the EU.
