Dr. Anuj Nandy is an Indian-French political scientist and the first Indian-French professional to have served inside the German Parliament (Bundestag) as a Political Scientist. He works at the intersection of European governance, diplomacy, and global affairs, with experience spanning the Bundestag, UNESCO, the United Nations climate summits, NATO School, and the World Energy Council. His work focuses on EU–India relations, Indo-Pacific cooperation, and policy innovation across energy, education, and international development.

Having lived and worked across France, Germany, Romania, India, and the Middle East,Dr. Nandy brings a uniquely multicultural perspective to global political dialogue. Hehas been invited regularly by European institutions and the Indian Embassy in Berlin for diplomatic, cultural, and youth-engagement programmes.

Background Note (for editor briefing)

Dr. Nandy’s professional journey reflects a deep engagement with European governance, India–EU cooperation, and international diplomacy. As the first Indian French political scientist to serve inside the German Parliament (Bundestag), he has contributed to parliamentary work on education, research, innovation, and strategic policy issues. His academic background—comprising a master’s in international relations and Cultural Diplomacy and a PhD in Political Science, together with his experience across UNESCO, the United Nations, NATO School, and the World Energy Council, positions him at the intersection of global governance and societal transformation.

His current focus includes analyzing the evolving EU–India partnership, Indo-Pacific strategic dynamics, and the role of democratic institutions in shaping global cooperation. He regularly participates in diplomatic dialogues, policy panels, and cross-cultural initiatives, offering insights rooted in both European institutional experience and Indian heritage.

Key Themes / Talking Points

• The strategic evolution of EU–India cooperation, especially in the context of the Indo Pacific region
• India’s growing role as a stabilizing democratic actor in the Indo-Pacific and why these matters for Europe
• How European institutions, including the German Parliament, view India’s global positioning, and partnership potential
• Shared values, democracy, and rule of law, as the foundation of deeper EU–India engagement
• Key future areas of cooperation: Education, clean energy, digital governance, and connectivity