Martin Makaryan

Martin Makaryan is an emerging writer and analyst in politics and international affairs, specializing in the intersection of technology, security, and geopolitics. Currently pursuing a Master of Arts in International Relations at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Martin focuses on security and statecraft and Europe/Eurasia studies, with additional coursework at Sciences Po Paris in AI governance and French politics.

A graduate of the University of Caifornia, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a BA in Political Science (Summa Cum Laude), Martin's academic excellence is highlighted by his honors thesis on NATO enlargement, which received highest departmental honors. His multilingual skills, including fluency in Armenian, Russian, French, intermediate Spanish, and beginner-level Turkish, underscore his global perspective.

Martin's research and writing cover a wide range of topics, including quantum computing's national security implications, AI policy debates, transatlantic relations, NATO strategy, Turkish politics, and Armenia-Turkey normalization. His professional experience includes roles at the ITIF Center for Data Innovation, where he analyzes AI policy and quantum technologies, and the Internet Security Alliance, where he worked on cybersecurity policy. He also has years of experience in local and state politics in California.

At the American-German Institute, Martin contributed to research on U.S.-German relations and co-authored analyses of German political figures. His background in Russian affairs and understanding of French politics and broader geopolitical dynamics inform his work on international security and emerging technological challenges.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Martin is an avid photographer and traveler with a passion for learning new languages. He also enjoys chess and creative writing, reflecting his diverse interests and well-rounded approach to international affairs.