Raquel Duque

Raquel Duque is an Invited Professor at the Institute of Political Studies, Catholic University of Portugal. She holds a PhD in Political Science (summa cum laude, 2016) and has held visiting roles at St Antony’s College, University of Oxford. Her professional experience includes roles at the Permanent Mission of Portugal to the UN, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Centre of European Information Jacques Delors. Since 2019, she serves as an adviser to the Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Education

• PhD in Political Science, Catholic University of Portugal (2016)
• M.A. in International Security and Terrorism, University of Nottingham (2009)
• B.A. in Political Science and International Relations, NOVA University of Lisbon (2005), with a year at Sciences Po Paris
• Specialization in Cooperation for Development (2008)
• Auditor in National Defence (2013) and Civilian Crisis Management (2011)

Research Interests

Dr. Duque focuses on security studies, terrorism, defense policy, and regional/international organizations. Her work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing public policy design and implementation in conflict zones. She co-edited Contemporary Security (2016), exploring modern threats and defense strategies. Her research often addresses transnational challenges and the role of international institutions in crisis management.

Professional Contributions

Her advisory role to the Minister of Foreign Affairs complements her academic work. She has participated in global conferences and published in academic journals, focusing on topics such as counterterrorism strategies, EU defense policies, and multilateral diplomacy. She teaches modules on international institutions, political science research methods, and security studies at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.