James Trigg

James Trigg is a Senior Research Analyst specializing in the Middle East and North Africa at Janes since January 2022, while concurrently serving as a Junior Analyst at Global Risk Insights since February 2021. James's expertise includes writing about geopolitical risks, analyzing political developments, and socio-economic trends across Africa. Previously, James worked as a Freelance Writer at Fitch Solutions and as an Intelligence Support Officer at Hertfordshire Constabulary, where responsibilities included team leadership, policy documentation, and intelligence analysis. An Officer Cadet in the British Army from May 2018 to May 2019, James developed leadership skills in high-pressure environments. James holds an MSc in International Conflict from Kingston University and a BScEcon in International Politics and Strategic Studies from Aberystwyth University.