Pierre Sel

An associate researcher with Institut Montaigne’s Asia Programme, Pierre Sel is also a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Vienna. As a political science researcher, he closely follows developments of digital technologies, having also worked on A.I., quantum technologies, fintech and cloud computing. While working for the CEA-Leti as deputy representative based at the French Embassy in Beijing (2020-2022), he wrote weekly briefings and in-depth memo covering governments plans and industry developments (focusing on sensors, automotive, photonics, as well as AI chips). The position also included regular coordination with partner countries as well as industry representatives. Regular monitoring and briefing were also an essential component of his work as the co-founder of EastIsRed, an advisory company focusing on China-related developments.