Nicolas Köhler-Suzuki

Nicolas Köhler-Suzuki is a seasoned trade policy advisor and co-founder of International Trade Intelligence, a strategic advisory platform providing insights on global trade negotiations and implementation. As an associate researcher focusing on trade and digital transformation, he collaborates with international organisations and national governments to shape effective multilateral and regional trade strategies. Before transitioning into advisory roles, Nicolas was a doctoral researcher at the University of Cambridge, where he specialised in Indian trade agreements. He holds an MPhil in International Relations from Cambridge and studied politics, economics, and law at the University of Münster (Germany) and McGill University (Canada). His professional journey includes work with leading institutions such as the United Nations in Geneva, the European Commission in Brussels, the German Bundestag in Berlin, and the German Corporation for International Cooperation (GIZ) in Lilongwe, Malawi. Nicolas Köhler-Suzuki is widely recognised for his expertise in global trade governance and development policy, particularly in navigating the intersection of trade and digital regulation.