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Central Asia Politics and Security
International Economy and Trade
Erlan Benedis-Grab joined the American Foreign Policy Council as a Junior Fellow in August 2026. A former AFPC intern, his research focuses on Central Asian politics, energy policy and international trade, as well as broader international economic issues.
Erlan is a graduate of Indiana University-Bloomington holding a B.A. in Central Eurasian Studies and Economics. He has previously also been an intern with the International Tax and Investment Center.