Mesut Hakkı Caşın is a distinguished Professor at Yeditepe University's Faculty of Law, Department of Public Law and Department of International Law. He also holds positions at Istinye University's Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences, Department of International Relations, and Özyeğin University's Faculty of Law. With a career spanning over three decades, Professor Caşın has established himself as a leading expert in international relations, international law, Turkish foreign policy, and security studies. Professor Caşın received his education at prestigious Turkish institutions: PhD (1988-1994) from Istanbul University, Institute of Social Sciences, with a thesis on "International security strategies and disarmament in the contemporary world" Master's Degree (1983-1986) from Gazi University, Faculty of Law, Department of Public Law, with a thesis on "Approach to Expropriation Law in the light of new regulations in the legislation" Undergraduate degree (1977-1983) from Istanbul University, Faculty of Law Professor Caşın's research focuses on the complex intersections of international relations, law, and security. His work spans historical analyses of global conflicts, contemporary geopolitical challenges, and forward-looking assessments of emerging security threats. He has made significant contributions to understanding Turkish foreign policy, Russian politics, energy security, and the evolving nature of warfare in the 21st century. His research is characterized by its interdisciplinary approach, combining historical perspective with policy-relevant analysis. His recent publications reveal a keen interest in contemporary security challenges, including the Russia-Ukraine war, nuclear proliferation, artificial intelligence in warfare, space militarization, and hybrid warfare tactics. Professor Caşın has also maintained a strong focus on regional issues, particularly concerning the Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Middle Eastern security dynamics. His work often bridges historical analysis with current policy challenges, providing valuable context for understanding today's geopolitical landscape. Professor Caşın has supervised over 60 master's theses and 8 doctoral dissertations on topics ranging from Turkish foreign policy to Russian geopolitical strategies, energy security, and international law. His students have pursued research on diverse subjects including NATO's evolution, Chinese foreign policy, Middle Eastern conflicts, and maritime security issues. He has also been involved in NATO Advanced Research projects on critical energy infrastructure protection and strategic military partnerships.
