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Expert in International Relations & Strategic Partnerships Asia/China

14 years of experience in PR, university and scientific diplomacy, international cooperation, and strategic partnership development with Asia-Pacific, with particular expertise on China – Trilingual English/French/Chinese, 7 years of expatriation in Asia (China, Thailand, Indonesia)

My expertise:

✅ Partnership Strategy: Identification, negotiation, and implementation of strategic collaborations with Asian stakeholders (universities, companies, institutions).

✅ Scientific & University Diplomacy: Facilitation of research projects, academic exchanges, and international cooperation programs.

✅ Public Relations & Influence: Intercultural communication, reputation management, and influence strategy in the Asian context.

✅ Training & Support: Preparing teams for negotiation and collaboration with Chinese/Asian partners.

My strengths:

🔹 Dual culture: Immersive experience in Asia and China, with in-depth knowledge of local codes.

🔹 Solid network: Access to key contacts in academic, political, and economic circles in Asia and Europe.

🔹 Tailored approach: Solutions adapted to your objectives, whether it's sustaining a partnership, launching a project, or resolving an intercultural deadlock.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

French
Native or bilingual
English
Native or bilingual
Chinese
Fluent

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Nice (up to 50km)

ETSI - European Telecommunications Standardization Institute
Strategic Projects Coordinator, Institutional Affairs
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
July 2025 - Today (11 months)
Paris, France
International Cooperation Strategy:
- Design and implementation of ETSI's roadmap for Asia-Pacific, aligned with EU priorities for technological diplomacy and digital sovereignty.
- Identification of priority countries and sectors (e.g., 5G, AI, cybersecurity);
Negotiation and Institutional Partnerships: Facilitating dialogues with Asian standardization bodies, European institutions (Commission, Parliament), and industry players;
Management of European projects for international cooperation and strengthening European competitiveness in digital technologies (Indico Global, GIST, SESEI, and SESEC projects):
-Coordination of the partner consortium
-Organization of activities in line with project objectives and deliverables
-Budget monitoring and forecasting (approx. €3M/project)

Strategic Monitoring and Analysis: Monitoring Asian public policies (e.g., "Made in China 2025" plans, Indian semiconductor strategy) and their impact on European standards.
Strategic Partnerships International Development China Project and Project Management Project and Team Management
Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche
Senior Project Manager
PUBLIC SECTOR
June 2018 - July 2025 (7 years and 1 month)
Paris, France
Participation in defining the university, scientific, and technological cooperation strategy with Asia-Pacific countries, in collaboration with the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE) and diplomatic posts, and implementation of strategic orientations. Coordination of cooperation actions and deployment of French operators in the region (Franco-Chinese institutes and research structures). Representative of France in the European working group dedicated to scientific and technological (S&T) cooperation with China and S&T heritage protection issues. Facilitation of working groups with French higher education institutions and research organizations. Organization and follow-up of high-level joint committees for science and technology and other bilateral ministerial events.
Negotiation and follow-up of the implementation of bilateral intergovernmental agreements (consultation with MEAE and diplomatic posts). Analysis and preparation of files for the Minister or other Ministry officials for bilateral meetings, drafting of briefing notes. Hosting delegations and organizing international travel.
Chinese Education, Research and University Systems Economic Diplomacy China International Development
Ecole d'ingénieur ESME Sudria
Head of International Relations Office
EDUCATION AND E-LEARNING
January 2018 - January 2021 (3 years)
Paris, France
Definition and implementation of the international development strategy. Identification of new partnerships;
Supervision of international mobility activities;
Management of the robotics summer school.
Definition and deployment of the international recruitment and communication strategy.
Organization of school activities related to international affairs and international events to promote the school.
Management of a team of three people;
Monitoring of the department's activities and budget.
International Development Project and Project Management Project and Team Management Strategic Partnerships China

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MASTER
Aix-Marseille University
2011
MASTER
Certificate of Proficiency in Chinese Language
Beijing Foreign Studies University
2010
Certificat de maîtrise de la langue chinoise

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International cooperation/focus Asia-China

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