Abdul Sayed

Welcome to the online platform of Abdul Sayed, a globally recognized expert in the fields of jihadism, security, and politics, with a specialized focus on Afghanistan and South Asia. With a reputation as one of the foremost analysts and researchers worldwide, Mr. Sayed provides invaluable insights into major threats and political trends in the region.

As a trusted advisor and consultant for international organizations, Abdul Sayed lends his expertise to navigate the complex landscapes of jihadism, security dynamics, and political developments. Proficient in Urdu, Dari, and Pashto, he brings a multilingual perspective to his work, fostering a deep understanding of the diverse cultural and linguistic nuances of the region.

Abdul Sayed’s work has been published across a spectrum of esteemed international outlets, including Akhbar Alaan, Asia Times Online, BBC Hindi, BBC Monitoring, BBC Pashto, BBC Urdu, Carnegie Endowment, CTC Sentinel, Hudson Institute, Foreign Policy, George Washington University (PoE), Independent Urdu, Instick Media, James Town Foundation periodicals (Militant Leadership Monitoring and Terrorism Monitoring), Lawfare Blog, Lowy Institute, Newlines Institute, Newsweek, RAND, Soufan Center, South Asian Voices, TRT World, Voice of America, Voice of America (Pashto), Voice of America (Urdu), The Washington Post, Wired, and the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), among others.

Abdul Sayed is quoted by various media outlets across the world on the security and politics of Afghanistan and South Asia. His insights have been featured on Al Jazeera, Andalous Agenci, Arab News, Asia Nikkei, BBC Urdu, CNN, Daily Mail UK, Dawn, Die Tageszeitung, El Mundo, Filter Nyheter, France24, Gandahara, Independent Urdu, Le Figaro, Lefigaro, Mashaal Radio, New Delhi Television Ltd (NDTV), New York Times, Obervador, Orof Online, Svenska Dagbladet, The Economic Times, The Guardian, The National News, The South China Morning Post, The Telegraph, TRT World, Urdu News, VOA Urdu, Washington Post, and WSJ (Wall Street Journal).

Explore this platform to gain access to profound insights, analysis, and perspectives on critical issues shaping the geopolitical landscape of South-&-Central Asia and beyond. Join us on this intellectual journey as we delve into the intricate intersections of jihadism, security challenges, and political dynamics under the guidance of Abdul Sayed, a leading authority in the field.