Rüdiger von Fritsch was Germany’s ambassador to Moscow. For five years, he was Germany’s highest representative and represented German interests vis-à-vis Russian President Vladimir Putin. This exceptional diplomat retired in the summer of 2019. He is now a partner at Berlin Global Advisor, a geopolitical and government affairs consultancy. After... Read more
Rüdiger von Fritsch was Germany’s ambassador to Moscow. For five years, he was Germany’s highest representative and represented German interests vis-à-vis Russian President Vladimir Putin. This exceptional diplomat retired in the summer of 2019. He is now a partner at Berlin Global Advisor, a geopolitical and government affairs consultancy.
After studying history and German philology in Erlangen and Bonn, Rüdiger von Fritsch joined the German Foreign Service in 1984. After various positions as secretary at the German embassies in Warsaw, Nairobi and the Permanent Representation to the EU in Brussels, he became Head of the Planning Staff in the Office of the Federal President in 1999 and Vice President of the Federal Intelligence Service in 2004. Three years later he became Head of the Department of Economic Affairs and Sustainable Development at the Federal Foreign Office and G8 Sherpa. In 2010 he was appointed Ambassador to Warsaw and from 2014 to 2019 he was Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Russian Federation and Head of the Embassy in Moscow.
In his 2009 book Die Sache mit Tom – eine Flucht in Deutschland, Rüdiger von Fritsch recounts how he and his brother helped a cousin and his friends escape from East Germany to West Germany in 1974. In the spring of 2022, he published “Zeitenwende” about Putin’s war in Ukraine and its consequences.
Rüdiger von Fritsch analyses the war in Ukraine with great knowledge and deep insight. He takes a clear stance and yet has the ability to change perspectives. His diplomatic skills are also evident in his engaging lectures. His analyses are both rigorous and sensitive, allowing his audience to see things from a new perspective.
You can book Rüdiger von Fritsch through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Rüdiger's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Rüdiger von Fritsch'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 Rüdiger tailored to your event.
Rüdiger von Fritsch speaks on Asia, Europe, Geopolitics, Government & Politics, Security. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Rüdiger to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Rüdiger von Fritsch for events worldwide, subject to Rüdiger'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 Rüdiger von Fritsch 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 Rüdiger can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Rüdiger von Fritsch 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 Rüdiger can offer.
Rüdiger von Fritsch delivers keynotes in English, German. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Rüdiger von Fritsch's areas of expertise include Asia, Europe, Geopolitics, Government & Politics, Security. To get a clear sense of Rüdiger'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.
Rüdiger von Fritsch can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Asia, Europe, Geopolitics, Government & Politics, Security is relevant. Details of Rüdiger'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 Rüdiger von Fritsch 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 Rüdiger von Fritsch, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Rüdiger's current availability for your dates.