Richard Nephew

About the Author

Richard Nephew is a distinguished expert in international sanctions and energy policy, with a career spanning government service and academia. As a former principal advisor on international sanctions at the U.S. State Department, he played a pivotal role in shaping U.S. policy toward Iran and other nations, drawing from his firsthand experience in diplomatic negotiations and policy implementation. Nephew's insights into the strategic use of economic tools for geopolitical objectives have made him a sought-after commentator on global affairs. His seminal work, The Art of Sanctions: A View from the Field (Center on Global Energy Policy Series), offers a pragmatic examination of sanctions' effectiveness, blending theoretical frameworks with real-world case studies to guide policymakers and scholars alike. Currently, he serves as a senior research scholar at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy, where he continues to influence discourse on energy security and international relations.