Khalid Rahman chairs the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS), which he helped establish and lead as executive president and director general. With a master's in economics, his research spans international affairs, the economy, governance, and human development. He is editor-in-chief of Policy Perspectives and has authored/edited approximately 50 books and numerous research papers. A sought-after motivational speaker, he also holds non-resident fellowships in China and advises various organizations

