Parag Khanna

Parag Khanna is an Indian-American geostrategist, author, and expert in international relations, recognized as one of the most influential thinkers on the future of geography, global connectivity, and the design of civilization. His work challenges traditional views of state power, emphasizing the importance of megacities, supply chains, and infrastructure.

He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University and a Ph.D. from the London School of Economics. His academic background and experience traveling to more than 150 countries have enabled him to develop a unique perspective, arguing that infrastructure and logistics are the new sources of power in the 21st century, transcending traditional political boundaries.

Throughout his career, he has served as an advisor to governments and organizations, including the U.S. Department of State and the World Economic Forum, where he was named a Young Global Leader. His research focuses on how global hyperconnectivity is reshaping the geopolitical landscape, a topic he explores in his bestseller *Connectography: Mapping the Future of Global Civilization*. In this book, he argues that mobility and access to global networks are the primary drivers of development.

Khanna is the author of several influential books that explore the evolution of political systems, including *The Second World* and *Technocracy in America*. His main message is that the world is no longer dominated by ideologies or military empires, but by networks, migration, and the ability of cities to serve as hubs of innovation. His legacy is having offered a new framework for understanding geopolitics, encouraging leaders to think in terms of networks and logistical solutions beyond state policies.