Gérard Araud is a distinguished senior diplomat who is known for his in-depth knowledge of international affairs, for his clear and forthright views and insights on the political economy, and for his reflections on working with world leaders in recent years. He is present on social media and is a... Read more
Gérard Araud is a distinguished senior diplomat who is known for his in-depth knowledge of international affairs, for his clear and forthright views and insights on the political economy, and for his reflections on working with world leaders in recent years. He is present on social media and is a lively and engaging individual and speaker.
His views are informed by his long career in International Affairs at the most senior levels. In addition to his recent experience in Washington, D.C. as French Ambassador and in New York with the UN, he has in depth knowledge on two key areas; the Middle East and on strategic & security issues.
Gérard served as Ambassador of France to the United States (2014-2019). He previously held senior positions within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, notably Director for Strategic Affairs, Security and Disarmament (2000-2003), Ambassador of France to Israel (2003-2006), Director General for Political Affairs and Security (2006-2009), and Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations in New York (2009-2014).
He was the French negotiator on the Iranian nuclear issue from 2006 to 2009. In New York, at the Security Council, he notably contributed to the adoption of resolutions on Libya (#1970 and #1973), Côte d’Ivoire (#1975), the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mali and the Central African Republic, and participated in debates on the Syrian and Ukrainian crises.
He has written numerous journal articles on history, foreign policy and on the search for a new world order. He is a contributor to the weekly French magazine ‘Le Point’ and is a trustee at the International Crisis Group. His memoir about his life and career “Diplomatic Passport’ was published in October 2019 by French publisher, Grasset. He is also the author of a new book on the life and career of Henry Kissinger.
Gérard is a Senior Advisor at ASG. He draws on a long career in diplomacy and international affairs to provide perspective and advice to the firm’s clients, with a focus on Europe and multilateral institutions such as the United Nations. He is also a Distinguished Fellow at the Atlantic Council.
Gérard has written and spoken extensively on foreign affairs for many years and is an acute analyst on a variety of geopolitical issues and situations in the world today.
Gérard has been posted twice to Israel, the second time as French Ambassador. He was in charge of the Middle East desk at the French embassy in Washington and has been French negotiator on the nuclear Iranian deal.
Gérard been in charge of EU and NATO affairs in Paris and has worked with all European countries.
You can book Gerard Araud through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Gerard's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Gerard Araud's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Gerard tailored to your event.
Gerard Araud speaks on Europe, Geopolitics, Global Trends, Government & Politics, Middle East. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Gerard to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Gerard Araud for events worldwide, subject to Gerard's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Gerard Araud is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Gerard can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Gerard Araud on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Gerard can offer.
Gerard Araud delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Gerard Araud's areas of expertise include Europe, Geopolitics, Global Trends, Government & Politics, Middle East. To get a clear sense of Gerard's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Gerard Araud can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Europe, Geopolitics, Global Trends, Government & Politics, Middle East is relevant. Details of Gerard's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Gerard Araud is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Gerard Araud, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Gerard's current availability for your dates.