Bashar Sari is a lawyer and strategic affairs advisor working at the intersection of diplomacy, regional cooperation, and international law. With over nine years of experience across government, nonprofit, and private sectors, Bashar supports leaders and institutions in navigating complex cross-border challenges and advancing inclusive, sustainable development across the Middle East. His expertise spans cross-border governance, institutional advisory, and high-level stakeholder engagement. 

Most recently, Bashar served as Government Relations and Advocacy Manager at a leading regional organization focused on environmental cooperation and transboundary resource management. In this role, he led high-level advocacy efforts and engaged with policymakers to promote regional coordination, environmental diplomacy, and long-term stability. Previously, he worked as a corporate lawyer in Kuwait, advising on mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and a broad range of regulatory and transactional matters. 

Earlier in his career, Bashar served as a diplomat and chief legal advisor, working with national authorities and international entities in both the Middle East and the United States. 

He is a McCain Global Leader, an ASU World Innovator, and a fellow of several distinguished leadership programs focused on regional resilience and inclusive policy development.