Matthew Edwards is an independent analyst and consultant, based in Vienna, who focuses on security affairs and political risk. Prior to the private sector, he previously worked in the UK Civil Service. He has authored numerous articles, reports, and papers for government, business, and public audiences, including on themes such as resource politics, counter terrorism, and state and policy development, and has presented at conferences, workshops, and seminars. In addition to his Master of Arts (with distinction) in War Studies from King’s College, London, he has a B.A.(Hons.) in History from the University of York and is currently undertaking an MLitt in Viking Studies at the University of the Highlands and Islands.