Former UK PM Rishi Sunak takes up posts at alma maters Oxford, Stanford universities – The Times of India

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunka has taken up academic roles at his alma maters at the University of Oxford in the UK and University of Stanford in the US.
“Both Blavatnik and Hoover do superb work on how we can rise to the economic and security challenges we face and seize the technological opportunities of our time,” Sunak said in a statement.
“I have huge affection for both Oxford and Stanford. I was fortunate enough to study at both, they shaped my life and career, and I look forward to contributing to their world-leading research in the months and years ahead,” he added.
At Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government, he has been appointed a distinguished fellow and a member of the world leaders circle, as announced by the university on Monday.
“His expertise will shape our work to equip today’s public leaders around the world with the urgent skills they need to tackle evolving global challenges, as well as seizing the opportunities,” professor Ngaire Woods, dean of the Blavatnik School, said.
“Rishi’s connection to Oxford University runs deep, and it’s great to see him coming back to his alma mater to contribute in such a meaningful way. I have no doubt his insights will inspire the next generation of leaders who are starting their journey here at Oxford,” said University of Oxford Chancellor-elect William Hague.
Meanwhile, Stanford University‘s Hoover Institution has named him the William C Edwards Distinguished Visiting Fellow, where he will focus on topics such as trans-Atlantic relations, economic policy, technology, and global security challenges.
“Rishi Sunak‘s deep knowledge of geopolitical issues and economic policy will make him an excellent addition to our Hoover fellows and to our university more broadly,” said Jonathan Levin, president, Stanford University.
Before entering British politics, Sunak built a successful career in international business and finance. He co-founded an investment firm that collaborated with companies across various regions and played a key role in supporting the growth of small and entrepreneurial businesses in the UK. His new academic roles will coincide with his position in the House of Commons, where he serves as a Tory MP on the Opposition backbenches.