Award-winning political and financial journalist with significant experience in emerging markets. Reported on developments at major meetings including World Bank/IMF, World Economic Forum and Asian Development Bank. I previously provided communications counsel to a prominent intergovernmental organization managing speech writing,, op-eds, intergovernmental and media relations. I have also acted in an advisory capacity to a UK management consultancy.My bylines/broadcasts include: Al Jazeera English, Dubai-Eye 103.8FM, Euromoney, Finance Asia, Financial Times, Global Finance, Global Integrity, Global Markets, Good Morning Britain, Haymarket. Institutional Investor, LNG Publishing (US), Nikkei Asia, Reuters, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times and TRT World.I previously served as business editor of a English language daily affiliated to the International New York Times and covered the Philippines for the Financial Times. Specialisms: Southeast Asia, Middle East, Arab Spring and Dubai debt. Cryptocurrencies, digital assets, social media, media training. Growth of Sovereign Wealth Funds. Regional energy sector. OPEC. Emerging markets. Business Intelligence. Political and reputation risk. Author of frequent analysis of macroeconomic environment and developments. I have advised investment banks, law firms, hedge funds and private equity firms and the CFA Institute previously voted me "Best Journalist" in their regional press awards.I also work for a select number of clients providing counsel on public affairs, content strategy, speech writing, thought leadership, media and public relations. Please check my latest stories and my portfolio at authory.com/marktownsendYour organization can capitalize on my extensive experience to gain more exposure, improve the strength of your content and ensure you work with the right partners.