Muhammad Hussain Baqeri

Muhammad Hussain Baqeri is the Founder and Director of Iqbal Forum, a specialized think tank dedicated to advancing strategic understanding, intellectual dialogue, and constructive engagement between Iran and Pakistan.

An international relations researcher and strategic affairs analyst, his work focuses on Iran–Pakistan relations, South Asian geopolitics, regional security, foreign policy, and the evolving political and economic dynamics of the wider region. His research seeks to bridge academic inquiry and policy-oriented analysis, with particular emphasis on translating strategic knowledge into informed dialogue and practical avenues for regional cooperation.

He holds an MBA in Human Resource Management from the University of Punjab, a specialized certificate in International Organizations Management from the University of Geneva, and a certificate in Global Diplomacy: Diplomacy in the Modern World from the University of London and the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS).

Baqeri is the author of several books and numerous analytical and research articles addressing international relations, foreign policy, and regional affairs. He is also a frequent commentator on Iranian and Pakistani television and media platforms, contributing perspectives on bilateral relations, regional developments, and emerging geopolitical challenges.

Through his leadership of Iqbal Forum, he is committed to fostering a deeper, more nuanced understanding between Iran and Pakistan, strengthening intellectual and institutional connections, and promoting forward-looking approaches to diplomacy, regional stability, and strategic cooperation