Malik Siraj Akbar

Malik Siraj Akbar is a seasoned communications and foreign affairs specialist currently serving as the co-lead on the Asia-Pacific portfolio for the Federal Aviation Administration's International Division, focusing on unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility. Malik Siraj is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Baloch Hal, Pakistan's first hyper-local online English newspaper, and has contributed writings to HuffPost on topics including Pakistan's foreign policy and security issues. Akbar has held various roles in communications, including Communications Specialist at the National Low Income Housing Coalition and Vice President of Communications for the Harvard Kennedy School Student Government. Malik Siraj's academic credentials include a Master of Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School and a certification in Cyber Security from American University.