Skyler Sheldon

Dual Mexican/US citizen and International Relations graduate from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, specializing in Indo-Pacific political dynamics and Southeast Asian foreign policy. Completed 36-page thesis on Indonesia's hedging strategy across the Yudhoyono and Jokowi administrations which analyzes how domestic political variables shape responses to US-China competition. Utilized Robert Putnam's two-level game framework, Lowy Institute data, and expert interviews with City University of Hong Kong faculty. Grade: 9/10. Hands-on experience in strategic communications and APAC market research during my years living in Hong Kong. Quantitative research background including custom democracy index construction validated against Freedom House and V-Dem measures and variables. Open to analyst roles in political risk, geopolitical consulting, and international affairs. Available immediately. Based in Barcelona, open to relocation.