Yasser Sakbani
I am a senior student at Georgetown University in Qatar, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service. I major in International Economics, with a minor in Government.
My academic interests center on political economy, development, and economic governance in the Middle East. Through my coursework, research, and extracurricular engagement, I have developed a strong foundation in analytical thinking, economic interpretation, and regional political analysis.
At Karam Shaar Advisory, I contribute to research and analytical projects, including the Syria in Figures monthly publication. My role allows me to apply and deepen my academic knowledge while gaining exposure to real-world economic analysis, data interpretation, and policy-relevant research.
The work directly complements my studies and strengthens my understanding of how economic systems, private-sector developments, and governance challenges shape outcomes in Syria and the wider region.
Who Are We ?
Karam Shaar Advisory is a New Zealand-based limited-liability consulting company. We focus on Syria’s economy and politics, covering topics ranging from macroeconomics, monetary economics, energy, aid, conflict economics, actor mapping, and sanctions. Our services are tailored to meet the needs of international organizations, governments, NGOs, and the private sector.
Led by Dr. Karam Shaar, who has over a decade of experience in the field, the stellar team has in-depth and unparalleled knowledge of the Syrian context, with skills ranging from economic and political research to data analysis, field assessment, KYC, OSINT, programming, and AI-driven analytics.
We know how to influence policy and produce quality research recognized and published by world-leading think tanks and media outlets. With a team spanning various control areas within Syria, Türkiye, Lebanon, New Zealand, the United States, France, and Germany, we never lose the connection to the ground and know first-hand the needs of those trying to empower Syrians abroad.