Jamal Abdul Naser Sayed, originally from Badakhshan, Afghanistan, is a multifaceted professional with a strong academic and practical background. He holds two bachelor's degrees: one in Civil Engineering from Kardan University and another in Political Science and Public Administration from the American University of Afghanistan. Currently, Sayed is pursuing a master's degree in Security and Intelligence Studies at the University of Akron, where he is also a resident fellow at the Michael J. Morell Center for Intelligence and Security Studies. Throughout his career, Sayed has been actively involved in anti-terrorism efforts, contributing his expertise to various teams dedicated to this cause. He has also been a prominent voice in discussing socio-political issues in Asia and Central Asia, with a focus on the effects of the post-Soviet legacy and its long term socio-political affects in the region. His participation in multiple discussion panels highlights his commitment to addressing and analyzing critical geopolitical dynamics.
