Christopher Harper is a Senior Geopolitical Analyst at the Horizon Group, with 18 years of extensive experience in international relations and strategic forecasting. He holds a Master's degree in International Affairs from Georgetown University, specializing in global security and development. His primary focus is on the intricate political economies of emerging markets, with a particular emphasis on Southeast Asia and Latin America, analyzing how regional dynamics impact global stability. Prior to his current role, Harper was a lead correspondent for Global Insight News, where his groundbreaking investigative series on cross-border resource conflicts garnered significant international attention and earned him several accolades. His professional philosophy centers on providing clear, data-driven analysis that cuts through partisan narratives to reveal the underlying forces shaping world events. Readers can expect his articles to offer deep dives into complex geopolitical trends, providing contextual understanding and forward-looking insights on critical global issues, from trade disputes to humanitarian crises, always grounded in thorough research and a commitment to objective reporting. He is also the author of 'The Shifting Sands of Power: Asia's New Global Order'