Lyse Doucet is a Canadian journalist, BBC chief international correspondent, and news presenter.
Lyse Doucet serves as the BBC’s Chief International Correspondent, reporting on major global events with a particular focus on the Middle East and Asia. As a senior presenter, she anchors programmes from both the field and the studio for BBC World and the World Service, bringing authoritative analysis and first-hand reporting to audiences worldwide.
In her speaking engagements, Lyse explores the implications of global uncertainty, drawing parallels between the risks faced by organisations and those she encounters in her reporting from conflict zones. As a board member of Inter Mediate, an NGO focused on dialogue and negotiation in some of the world’s most challenging conflicts, she reflects on how opposing sides can find common ground.
With honesty, energy and moments of humour, Lyse brings the human stories behind the headlines to life, emphasising resilience and hope in the face of adversity. An accomplished host and moderator, she brings her journalistic expertise to the conference stage, ensuring audiences leave with deeper insight and understanding.
Keynote Topics:
- How Opposing Sides Can Be Brought Together
- Lyse’s Life and Experiences Reporting from the World’s Troublespots
- Why and How Risks Need to be Taken and Understood
- And more…
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Keynote Topics:
- Geopolitical Overview, in Particular the Middle East and How it Affects Global Relations
- Lyse's Life and Experiences Reporting from the World's Troublespots
- How Opposing Sides can be Brought Together
- Why and How Risks need to be Taken and Understood
- Telling the Important Stories in a Way that has an Impact
More About Lyse Doucet
Lyse began her journalism career after studying international relations in her native Canada. She initially worked with an NGO in Africa before joining the BBC, where her first assignment took her to West Africa. She was later posted to Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan, covering pivotal moments such as the Soviet withdrawal from Afghanistan. She then moved to Jordan, where she established the BBC’s bureau in Amman, before being based in Jerusalem, further deepening her expertise in Middle Eastern affairs. Since the mid-1990s, Lyse has reported on every major conflict in the region, including the Arab Spring and the Syrian civil war, and has also covered key political developments and natural disasters across Asia.
Widely regarded as one of broadcasting’s most knowledgeable and respected commentators, Lyse has a deep understanding of the politics, commerce and culture of the Middle East, and offers insight into the wider geopolitical landscape and its inherent unpredictability. She is known for her ability to communicate complex and emotionally charged issues with clarity and sensitivity, combining rigorous analysis with a strong focus on the human impact of conflict and political change.
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