Episode 172: Navigating Geopolitcal Shifts and Misinformation with Waqar Rizvi
This week on the International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen is joined by Waqar Rizvi, who shares his expertise on the evolving multipolar world order, the complexities of Iranian politics and society, and the challenges of combating misinformation in the digital age.
Waqar Rizvi is a Canadian-Pakistani journalist, strategic consultant, and media expert with 17+ years of global experience in geopolitical analysis, AI ethics, and media research. Holding a Master’s in Media Ethics from the University of Sussex, he combines academic rigour with hands-on expertise in journalism, policy consulting, and digital media.
The discussion covers a range of topics, including the nuances of Iranian culture, the impact of Al on fact-checking, and the importance of diverse perspectives in global discourse. Rizvi offers valuable insights into the ethical considerations of Al deployment in journalism and emphasizes the need for critical examination of biases in data collection and analysis. This episode will provide you with a deeper understanding of current geopolitical dynamics and the importance of nuanced, cross-cultural communication in addressing global challenges.
Rizvi leads fact-checking initiatives to combat misinformation and provides strategic insights across industries like healthcare and technology, with a focus on the Middle East and South Asia. Fluent in English, Persian, Urdu, and proficient in French, his international experience spans Canada, UAE, Iran, and Pakistan.
As a Global Policy Consultant for Sastre Consulting, Rizvi researches health policies and illicit trade, contributing to projects like the Global Illicit Trade Environment Index. He also serves as a Global Communications Consultant for the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, moderating panels on global affairs, labour mobility, human rights, and climate change.
The International Risk Podcast is a weekly podcast for senior executives, board members, and risk advisors. In these podcasts, we speak with experts in a variety of fields to explore international relations. Our host is Dominic Bowen, Head of Strategic Advisory at one of Europe’s leading risk consulting firms. Dominic is a regular public and corporate event speaker, and visiting lecturer at several universities. Having spent the last 20 years successfully establishing large and complex operations in the world’s highest-risk areas and conflict zones, Dominic now joins you to speak with exciting guests around the world to discuss international risk.
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