Nitin Pai
About
Nitin Pai is a co-founder and director of the Takshashila Institution, a leading independent center for research and education in public policy situated in Bangalore. With a profound focus on various domains, including cyber and space power, Indo-Pacific geopolitics, and defense economics, Nitin stands as a luminary in the field of international relations and public policy.
His career spans over a decade in the Singapore government, where he served as a policymaker in the technology sector, honing his expertise in high-technology geopolitics and strategic decision-making.
Nitin's contributions extend beyond academia into the realm of practical policy implementation. He has lectured at prestigious institutions such as India’s College of Defence Management, Army War College, Indian Naval Academy, and Brunei’s Institute of Strategic Studies.
Additionally, media outlets regularly seek his insights, with his columns featured in esteemed publications such as Mint and ThePrint.
Nitin’s influence in shaping the future of education and research is evident through his role as a member of the Karnataka state government’s Vision Group on Higher Education and Research.
Nitin’s expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, ranging from-
- Cyber and Space Strategy
- High Technology Geopolitics
- Maritime Strategy
- Defence Economics
Awards and accomplishments
Awards and accomplishments
Having earned accolades as a gold medallist from Singapore’s esteemed Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and as an undergraduate scholar at Nanyang Technological University, Mr. Pai brings a wealth of academic rigor and practical experience to his endeavors.
Why Nitin Pai?
With a distinguished background as a policymaker, educator, and thought leader, Nitin Pai brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical experience to the table. His engaging speaking style and ability to simplify complex concepts make him an invaluable addition to conferences, seminars, and panel discussions, offering audiences profound insights into pressing global issues and strategic challenges.
