About

Ekleel Badr Sallam, a Saudi political analyst specialized in International Relations, experienced in data analysis with prominent research and communication skills. A proficient in welcoming local and international delegations with interest in building coexistence between nations.

Education: 

2018- Master of Arts (MAIR) with Honours in International Relations from Dar Al-Hekma University in Jeddah, SA (MAIR Dissertation Entitled: “How will the adoption of cyber security enhance Saudi Arabia’s national security?”)

2015- Bachelor of Science (BS) with Honours in International Relations with Sociology from Oxford Brookes University in Oxford, UK (BS Dissertation Entitled: “Development, Natural Resources and How Has Oil affected the balance of Power in Saudi Arabia?”)

2012- International Foundation Diploma (IFD) from Oxford Brookes University in Oxford, UK

2011- High School from Dar Al-Rwaad School in Jeddah, SA 

Work & Training:

2024/Present- CEO Office Relations Lead at Jeddah Central Development Company in Jeddah, SA

2023/2024- Bilateral Relations Specialist at Saudi Ministry of Investment in Riyadh, SA

2021/2023- Research Supervisor at Salam for Cultural Communication in Riyadh, SA

2021- Researcher at Confidential Government in Riyadh, SA

2018/2021- Executive Editor at Saudi Gazette in Jeddah, SA

2018- Editor at Okaz Organization for Press and Publications in Jeddah, SA

2018- Intern at Protocol Department of the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Jeddah, SA

2017- Legal Advisor at Hashem A. Koshak & Partners Law Firm in Jeddah, SA

2016- Intern at Political & Cultural Departments of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Jeddah, SA

Affiliations:

2023/2024- Member of the Community Advisory Board at Saudi Youth Opportunities 

2018/2021- Member of the International Relations Committee at Jeddah Chamber

2018/2021- Member of the Advisory Board at Dar Al-Hekma University

Languages:

Arabic – English – Spanish