Riyaz P.

Riyaz P. is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Public Diplomacy and Communications Lead at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Ireland since June 2023. Notable achievements include leading the media strategy for Tánaiste Micheál Martin’s official visit to South Africa in July 2023, which resulted in extensive national coverage. Previous roles encompass positions such as Grader/Assessor at The Economist, Head of Editorial at WriteForMe, Senior Content Editor at RT, and Senior Foreign Correspondent at SABC. Riyaz holds advanced degrees and certifications in business administration, international journalism, digital marketing, and public relations from reputable institutions, including The London School of Economics and Political Science and Technological University Dublin.