Frida Stranne

Frida Stranne is a Senior Lecturer at Halmstad University's School of Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, specializing in Peace- and Development Studies. She is a prominent analyst of US politics and foreign policy, frequently appearing as an expert in Swedish media.

• Teaching: American political system, political communication, lobbying, and US global role.
• Research Focus: US defense policy post-war, multipolarity in 21st-century geopolitics, and intersections of cybersecurity and international conflict.
• Leadership: Co-authored The Illusion of American Peace (2023), analyzing the War on Terror's impacts.

Her research trends emphasize the contradictions in American security strategies, the evolution of multipolarity, and the role of political communication in shaping foreign policy narratives. She explores how domestic political divisions in the US influence its international engagements and security decisions.

While no formal scientific awards are listed, her work has been funded by Riksbankens Jubileumsfond for studies on 21st-century multipolarity. She supervises bachelor theses and a PhD student, bridging academic mentorship with public policy discourse. Since 2024, she has hosted the podcast USA & Co, discussing American politics and societal developments.