Fareed Zakaria is a renowned journalist, author, and foreign affairs expert, widely recognized for his insightful analysis on global politics and economics. He is the host of CNN's international affairs program, "Fareed Zakaria GPS," and a columnist for The Washington Post. Born in Mumbai, India, Zakaria earned his bachelor's degree from Yale University and a Ph.D. in government from Harvard University. He has authored several best-selling books, including "The Post-American World" and "In Defense of a Liberal Education." A sought-after speaker, Zakaria is celebrated for his deep understanding of global trends and ability to distill complex issues for diverse audiences.