Ahmed Fathi

About

Ahmed Fathi is an internationally respected journalist, global affairs analyst, and author with over two decades of experience reporting on diplomacy, conflict, and international governance. His career has spanned the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and the United States—shaped by a multicultural background and a deep commitment to impactful journalism across television, radio, print, and digital platforms. As Managing Editor of American Television News (ATN) and a longtime United Nations correspondent, Fathi is known for incisive, culturally attuned reporting that connects global developments to diverse audiences. He is a frequent contributor and guest analyst on global networks including NHK-Japan, France24, BBC, Al Jazeera, NTN24, Voice of America, and CGTN, offering analysis on multilateral diplomacy, U.S. foreign policy, and global crises. Fathi’s field reporting includes rare, high-impact assignments such as his investigation from Kazakhstan’s former nuclear test sites, where he exposed the long-term humanitarian and environmental fallout of Cold War-era atomic testing. He has also conducted on-the-ground reporting from Western Sahara, providing insight into a conflict often overlooked in global media coverage. Fluent in English, Arabic, Dutch, and French, with conversational Afrikaans, Fathi’s multilingual abilities support his international reach and deep engagement with global affairs. His work has been translated into Arabic, Chinese, French, Japanese, and Spanish. Fathi is also an accomplished public speaker, known for delivering clear and compelling insights at conferences, media forums, and diplomatic gatherings. His commentary is marked by a balance of historical perspective, contemporary relevance, and forward-looking analysis—particularly on topics such as transatlantic relations, transactional diplomacy, and economic nationalism. He is the recipient of the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award – Gold Medal from President Joseph R. Biden, the UNPKFC Medal, and an Honorary Doctorate in Political Science. His career reflects a rare blend of field experience, policy insight, and journalistic integrity—anchored in a belief that media must bridge people, not divide them.