Research informed by policy practice.

Leadership

Lorenzo Giovanni Sallemi

Lorenzo Giovanni Sallemi is a distinguished analyst and strategist specializing in European external policy. With an extensive background in diplomatic advisory within the Brussels ecosystem, he founded the External Affairs Institute to provide rigorous, independent analysis on global trade and security. His work focuses on strengthening the European Union’s strategic autonomy and enhancing its role as a coherent global security actor.

Research

Yujiro Masaki

Yujiro Masaki is a researcher and entrepreneur specializing in artificial intelligence, digital policy, and international cooperation. He studied for an M.S. in European Studies at UCLouvain in Belgium and previously served at Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Middle East Bureau). He is the Founder and CEO of Jexen, where he leads initiatives in AI adoption, digital transformation, and education technology. His research focuses on AI governance, public policy, open-source technologies, and innovation ecosystems, with a particular emphasis on strengthening collaboration between Japan and Europe and advancing the responsible deployment of emerging technologies.