Rodger Baker

Rodger Baker leads Stratfor's analysis of Asia Pacific and South Asia and guides the company's forecasting process. A Stratfor analyst since 1997, he has played a pivotal role in developing and refining the company's analytical process, internal training programs and geopolitical framework. Baker develops custom reports for clients and frequently delivers executive briefings to investors, businesses and universities across the globe, from the National Defense University in Beijing to financial institutions in New York. He is regularly invited to participate in dialogues and panel discussions in China, Japan, Thailand, Mongolia and South Korea. Baker often appears as an expert in major media including The Economist, The New York Times, CNBC, CBS's The Early Show, The Chosun Ilbo, China Daily, Reuters, The Associated Press, Investors Business Daily and The Globe and Mail. Stratfor was one of the first organizations to identify the growing problems with the Chinese economy, with Baker spearheading the company's assessment. Before joining Stratfor, Baker studied and worked in South Korea and graduated with honors from Southampton College, Long Island University. He also has a masters degree in military history from Norwich University, the oldest private military university in the United States. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Chinese Economy Global Geopolitics Japan South Korea North Korea Asia-Pacific U.S.-Chinese relations U.S. Foreign Policy Supply Chains World Navies Read more: Rodger Baker | Stratfor Follow us: @stratfor on Twitter | Stratfor on Facebook