


Research. Consultancy.
Research. Consultancy.
Research. Consultancy.
Orient Matters offers analyses based on policy-oriented research as well as strategy consulting for projects in the region.
The work of Orient Matters focuses on Iran, Iraq and the Arabian Peninsula. At the intersection of geopolitics, economics and energy, Orient Matters offers in-depth expertise, practical know-how and a network of renowned experts.
Geopolitics.
Economics.
Energy.
Services
Research.
In-depth knowledge.
Orient Matters offers facts, assessments and background information. We analyze complex dynamics and identify key trends.
Our services include briefings on current developments, ongoing monitoring, reports and studies, country and market analyses, as well as specific risk analyses.
Consultancy.
Comprehensive advice.
Orient Matters develops solutions to deal with uncertainty. We thoroughly examine the context of your projects and point out strategic options.
Our services include the development of strategies to mitigate political and economic risks, the preparation of concepts for projects in the region as well as strategic support for the implementation of projects.
Services
Research.
In-depth knowledge.
Orient Matters offers facts, assessments and background information. We analyze complex dynamics and identify key trends.
Our services include briefings on current developments, ongoing monitoring, reports and studies, country and market analyses, as well as specific risk analyses.
Consultancy.
Comprehensive advice.
Orient Matters develops solutions to deal with uncertainty. We thoroughly examine the context of your projects and point out strategic options.
Our services include the development of strategies to mitigate political and economic risks, the preparation of concepts for projects in the region as well as strategic support for the implementation of projects.
Management
Dr. David Jalilvand



I have worked on the dynamics between geopolitics, economics and energy in the Middle East for over 10 years and regularly travel to the region in this context.
In addition, I am Associate Fellow with the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP) and Research Associate of the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies. Between 2015 and 2018, I worked with the Friedrich-Ebert-Foundation in Berlin, where I led the Iran project amongst others. With a dissertation on the interplay between politics, economics and energy in Iran, I received a PhD (Dr. rer. pol.) from the Free University of Berlin. Before, I studied at Erfurt University, the Moscow State Institute of International Relations and the London School of Economics. I speak German, English and Persian.



About Orient Matters
Orient Matters supports organizations and businesses in their activities in the Middle East. Our approach combines academic expertise with long-standing consulting work in and about the region. For our clients, we draw on a broad network of renowned experts in Europe and the Middle East.
Orient Matters participates in policy-oriented research. For this purpose, we cooperate with leading institutes and universities. As an owner-operated consultancy we guarantee short lines of communication and a prudent approach to the concerns of our clients.
Cases



Report on
foreign policy
and energy in
the Middle East
Federal Ministry
(Germany)



Strategic consulting
on Iran policy
matters
Political
Foundation



Research & advice on
DevCo with Arab
donors (consortium
leadership)
Int. Development
Cooperation
Organization



Market study Iran
in the context of
US sanctions
Machinery and Plant
Engineering
Company



Monitoring (bi-weekly)
on politics and
economics in the
Middle East
East Asian
Bank



Monitoring
(quarterly) on
politics and
economics in Iran
Stock-listed
Chemical Company



Briefing on
energy policy
and economics
in Iran
International
Energy Company



Study on the
implications of
US sanctions
against Iran
Foreign Ministry
(EU Member State)
Orient Matters GmbH
Riemannstraße 5
D-10961 Berlin
+49 30 398 216 80
office@orientmatters.com