Delo Cristian Damanik
Project Associate
Delo Cristian Damanik is Project Associate at World Order Lab. He is currently an Undergraduate Student in International Relations at Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Kristen Indonesia, with specialization in politics, law, and security. His academic and professional interests center on international affairs, strategic issues, diplomacy, as well as project management.
Previously, Delo served as an Research Intern at the Center for Securities and Foreign Affairs Studies (CESFAS), where he supported diplomatic and institutional initiatives, including the Indonesia-Iran 75th diplomatic anniversary event with 400+ participants and a Diplomat Luncheon with the Ukrainian Ambassador. He also contributed to a partnership with Jesuit Refugee Service Indonesia focused on digital marketing and pricing training for refugees.
Delo's research interests include international security, geopolitics, diplomacy, and strategic affairs, with an emphasis on understanding contemporary developments in international relations. Alongside his academic activities, he has developed leadership experience through the Indonesian Student Association for International Studies (ISAFIS), serving as Head of Committee for an Alumni Career Talk with an ISAFIS alumnus serving as Strategic Information Advisor at UNAIDS Indonesia.
Through his role at World Order Lab, Delo aims to further develop his capabilities in research, strategic project management, and international affairs while contributing to collaborative and policy-oriented initiatives. He is a proactive and adaptable individual committed to continuous learning, effective collaboration, and delivering meaningful results in dynamic professional environments.
Language: Indonesian (Native), English (B1).
Education:
Bachelor's Degree, International Relations
Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Kristen Indonesia (2024 - 2028)
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Research Interests
Delo Cristian Damanik
Project Associate
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Regional Focus
ASEAN
Geopolitics of the Indo-Pacific
Indonesia's Defense & Security Policy
Indonesia's Domestic Affairs
Indonesia's Foreign Policy
International Security
Political Economy
Middle Power
Indonesia
Southeast Asia
East Asia
Europe
Indo-Pacific
Asia-Pacific
Selected Articles & Publications
Dari Radar, Pasokan, hingga Fregat: Jepang-Filipina di Laut Cina Selatan (in Indonesian)
Kumparan | June 16, 2026Konstruksi Keamanan Baru Indo-Pasifik: AUKUS sebagai Pilar Domestik dan Sekutu (in Indonesian)
Kumparan | October 30, 2025Bukan Sekadar Pulau Es: Greenland dan Strategi Global Donald Trump (in Indonesian)
Kumparan | April 26, 2025
Event Participations
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