Latif is an accomplished professional based in Germany, with extensive experience across defense, intelligence, and data-driven decision-making domains. He holds an MA in International Affairs from the Turkish Naval War College and an MS in Operations Research from the Naval Science and Engineering Institute, providing him with a strong interdisciplinary academic foundation.
Over the course of a 20-year career in the Turkish Navy, Latif served on frigates and in various high-level headquarters assignments, undertaking senior staff roles that contributed directly to national and international operational planning, strategic assessments, and interagency coordination. His combined operational background and academic training enable him to deliver comprehensive, multidimensional analyses on Türkiye-focused and global defense, security, and geopolitical issues.
Latif’s professional trajectory reflects a consistent commitment to analytical rigor, strategic insight, and institutional excellence.
