Taufiq Rahim is a strategist, investor and writer focused on the intersection of global geopolitics and transformative technology. He prepares and enables leaders and institutions to capture opportunity in a time of rising challenge.... Read more
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A strategic perspective on the current moment that explores four changing dimensions of today – (geo)political, economic, technological, socio-cultural – and how they intersect.
An independent assessment of the (in)stability in the United States that paints the political landscape in the world’s fading superpower, looking ahead to 2024 but also at the systemic drivers of stagnation, division and opportunity for the next decade.
A detailed look at the new landscape of the Middle East in a changing world, that considers the $1 trillion dividend of the global shift in the Gulf and how it will shape a new moment for the region on the world stage.
A critical lens on the race for superintelligence that addresses the wider geoeconomic and societal implications underway, and how institutions can navigate the seismic waves as a result.
An ambitious overview of the world of tomorrow, covering the nature of the projected geopolitical order, the redefined relationship between humanity and technology, and everything in between.
Taufiq Rahim is currently building platforms within the 2040 Nexus that integrate thought leadership, advisory, and investment. He is the author of Trump 2.5: A Primer and Middle East in Crisis & Conflict: A Primer, and he publishes long‑form essays on Geopolitico.
Taufiq is a Senior Fellow for the Future Security Program at New America and a Research Fellow at the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government. Over the past two decades, he has been instrumental in driving investment, convening conversations, and fostering public–private partnerships to address the most pressing global issues across four continents.
He has prior experience at McKinsey & Company, the Aga Khan Foundation, and the United Nations, and was the founder of Globesight.
Taufiq Rahim earned his master’s in public policy from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University and his A.B. from Princeton University. He has been regularly cited by leading news outlets, including CNBC, The New York Times, Bloomberg, The Washington Post, Financial Times, Arab News, Al Arabiya, CTV, and CBC, among others. Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Taufiq currently resides in New York.
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Taufiq Rahim'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 Taufiq tailored to your event.
Taufiq Rahim speaks on America, Business & Management, Future, Geopolitics, Global Trends. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Taufiq to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Taufiq Rahim for events worldwide, subject to Taufiq'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 Taufiq Rahim 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 Taufiq can accommodate.
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Taufiq Rahim delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Taufiq Rahim's areas of expertise include America, Business & Management, Future, Geopolitics, Global Trends. To get a clear sense of Taufiq'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.
Taufiq Rahim can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in America, Business & Management, Future, Geopolitics, Global Trends is relevant. Details of Taufiq'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 Taufiq Rahim 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 Taufiq Rahim, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Taufiq's current availability for your dates.