Paul Kapur Age, Wiki and Bio

Paul Kapur

Quick Info

ProfessionScholar, Professor, Assistant Secretary of Central Asian Affairs
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceNew Delhi, India

Bio/Wiki

Full NameS. Paul Kapur
HometownCalifornia, United States

Physical Stats & More

Height6' 1"
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

Degrees
  • Bachelor's degree from Amherst College
  • PhD from University of Chicago

Personal Life

Hobbies
  • Reading
  • Travelling

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Career

OverviewKapur is a prominent scholar who has extensively engaged in policy and advisory roles, particularly in relation to South and Central Asian affairs. He has worked with the U.S. State Department’s Policy Planning Staff and has contributions to academia through his writings and articles.
Notable Roles
  • Served on the U.S. State Department’s policy planning staff from 2020–2021.
  • Participated in U.S.-India Track 1.5 strategic dialogues.
  • Nominated by President Donald Trump in February 2025 to be Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs.
Publications
  • His book 'Jihad as Grand Strategy' discusses Pakistan's strategy involving Islamist militants.
  • Frequently published articles in academic journals reflecting his research and policy insights.
Diplomatic FocusEmphasized importance of expanding U.S.-India relationship beyond security to include trade, technology sharing, and innovation.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Kapur has a unique background, being born to an Indian father and an American mother.
He spent part of his childhood in India but was primarily raised in the U.S.
Despite his scholarly reputation, he actively engages in policy roles and government advisory positions.