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Ian Bremmer

Ian Bremmer is the political scientist who coined the term "G-Zero", the idea that no single country leads the global agenda. President and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, foreign affairs columnist for Time magazine, and the author of eleven books, including two New York Times bestsellers, Ian translates geopolitical complexity into clear, actionable insights for business leaders navigating an uncertain world.

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Ian Bremmer, Speaker | Political Scientist And Author
Ian Bremmer

Ian Bremmer

New York City, United States

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  • Political scientist and pioneer of political risk analysis in financial markets
  • Foreign affairs columnist and editor at large for Time magazine
  • New York Times bestselling author of eleven books, including The Power of Crisis
Ian Bremmer is a political scientist who translates complex global issues into actionable insights for business leaders and policymakers. As the world's foremost expert in political risk, he brings unparalleled clarity to an increasingly uncertain geopolitical landscape. As president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media, Ian pioneered the field of political risk in financial markets, creating Wall Street's first global political risk index and establishing the discipline academically. He teaches applied geopolitics and political risk at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, serves as foreign affairs columnist and editor-at-large at TIME, and hosts GZERO World with Ian Bremmer, a global affairs programme airing weekly on US public television. A prolific author, Ian has written eleven books, including the New York Times bestsellers _T_he Power of Crisis and Us vs. Them: The Failure of Globalism. His analysis of the "G-Zero" world is widely consulted by policymakers and thought leaders navigating today's volatile environment. Recently, Ian served as rapporteur of the UN High-Level Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence, reflecting his growing influence at the intersection of geopolitics and emerging technology. Audiences to Ian's talks leave with frameworks for reading the political and economic landscape across key markets, understanding how state capitalism and government-controlled economies pose risks to traditional business models, and identifying the emerging crisis points most likely to shape the future. Whether the focus is China and Asia, the G-Zero power vacuum, or the consequences of a leaderless world, Ian equips leaders to anticipate market shifts and turn geopolitical uncertainty into competitive advantage.

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Managing Risk In An Unstable World
In his presentation, acclaimed political analyst Ian Bremmer emphasizes the importance of assessing political risk alongside economic factors when making overseas investments. He highlights how political forces can unexpectedly influence markets, using examples like Turkey's European accession and social unrest in India. Attendees will learn to identify political risks, understand the implications of China's growth, and recognize global trends affecting the economy. This knowledge will empower them to make informed investment decisions and capitalize on global opportunities.
The Rise Of The Different: Why The Global Order Doesn’t Work
Ian Bremmer explores the post-World War II rise of the U.S. as a dominant global power and its attempts to create a world order that reflects American interests. He examines the shifts in global dynamics, particularly the emergence of less stable nations with varying priorities. Attendees will gain insights into the factors contributing to a fractured global order, geopolitical conflicts, future U.S.-China relations, investment strategies, and the consequences of a leaderless world.
The End Of The Free Market: The States Vs. Corporations
Ian Bremmer discusses the evolution of free market capitalism a generation after communism's fall, highlighting the resurgence of public wealth and state capitalism in authoritarian regimes like China and Russia. He explains how these governments leverage markets to achieve political objectives, dominating key economic sectors and controlling vast oil reserves. Ian emphasizes the implications of state capitalism for international relations and the global economy. Attendees will learn about its rise, functionality, and the threats it poses to traditional capitalism.
China, India, And Beyond: The Opportunities And Pitfalls Of Asian Growth
China is a colossal world force, and business leaders can't get enough of the promised riches of Asia. But does unprecedented growth mean your company will benefit? Ian Bremmer explains the dangers of Asian growth for global investors seeking to build a presence in international markets, for companies seeking to sell their products there, and for the global markets more broadly. In this speech, audiences will learn: how to read the political and economic landscape in China, India, and beyond, and how geopolitics is creating greater risks—and opportunities—for investors in Asia
Every Nation For Itself: Winners And Losers In A G-Zero World
Ian Bremmer highlights the critical need for international leadership to tackle transnational challenges. He warns that the decline of a dominant country or bloc could undermine global stability, affecting U.S. initiatives in Asia and the Middle East, economic growth, climate action, and resource security. Attendees will gain insights into the consequences of a leaderless world, the challenges faced by major powers, and the emerging crisis points that could shape our future.

Why we recommend booking Ian

Ian Bremmer is the person business leaders, policymakers, and global media turn to when the world becomes harder to read. As founder of Eurasia Group, host of GZERO World, and foreign affairs columnist at TIME, he brings a depth of access and analysis that is genuinely unmatched. Book Ian for a masterclass in turning geopolitical complexity into strategic clarity and leave your audience better equipped to act on what's coming next.

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Ian Bremmer structures his presentations around analytical frameworks drawn from his work at Eurasia Group, using real-world case studies — such as Turkey's European accession, social unrest in India, and the rise of state capitalism in China and Russia — to illustrate how political forces interact with market dynamics. He translates these examples into actionable frameworks that audiences can apply to investment decisions and risk assessment across key global markets.
What topics does Ian Bremmer specialise in?
Ian Bremmer's sessions cover political risk in overseas investment, the fracturing of the post-war global order, and the rise of state capitalism in authoritarian economies. He founded Eurasia Group, where he created Wall Street's first global political risk index, and is a New York Times bestselling author of eleven books, including The Power of Crisis.
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