Shashi Tharoor

Indian Politician, Former UN Diplomat, Author

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Shashi Tharoor Biography

"In the modern globalizing world, information sows the seeds of prosperity, and those who are without access to information are at a distinct disadvantage when it comes to building a better future for themselves and for their children." Shashi Tharoor

Shashi Tharoor, an influential Indian politician and former diplomat, brings a wealth of experience and insight to discussions on global and Indian affairs. With a PhD from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, Tharoor's extensive background in international policy and his articulate speaking style provide a deep understanding of world affairs and the dynamics that shape them. Born in London and educated in India and the United States, he is a respected authority on India's history, culture, and politics. He is currently a Member of Parliament for the Thiruvananthapuram constituency in Kerala and serves as Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs.

Tharoor's career at the United Nations, which began in 1978 with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees in Geneva, includes serving as the UN Under-Secretary-General for Communications and Public Information from 2002 to 2007. In 2006, Tharoor was the official candidate of India for the succession to UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, finishing as the runner-up in a competitive field. Beyond his diplomatic career, Tharoor is a prolific author, having written 16 bestselling books on topics ranging from India’s colonial history to its rise as a 21st-century power. Notable titles include "An Era of Darkness: The British Empire in India," "Inglorious Empire: What the British Did to India," and "The Elephant, The Tiger, and the Cellphone: India, the Emerging 21st-Century Power." His literary contributions have earned him several awards, including a Commonwealth Writers' Prize, and he has been honored with the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman, India's highest award for non-resident Indians.

Through his books, political career, and time at the UN, Tharoor has demonstrated a commitment to fostering greater dialogue and understanding on both international and Indian issues. His experiences provide a valuable perspective for addressing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in global and regional affairs.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/17/2024.

Shashi Tharoor Speaking Topics

  • The responsibility of the media.

    Tharoor focuses on the media's role on an international level, and on the responsibilities shouldered by the various branches of the press. How coverage shapes cultures' perception of each other is put under the microscope.

  • Terrorism of the imagination.

    Tharoor discusses the existence and acceptance of multiple identities across cultures, and how the power of understanding can be a great global equalizer.

  • The United Nations, and why it matters.

    Tharoor refers to "problems without passports" and the shared concerns of the global community. He articulates the peacekeeping mission of the UN, and the accomplishments that have been made.

Shashi Tharoor Videos

  • Shashi Tharoor Speech at the 84th Congress Plenary Session 2018
    Shashi Tharoor Speech at the 84th Congress Plenary Session 2018
  • Is global media creating a set of shared values, or detroying local customs
  • Interview with Shashi Tharoor on Social Media - YouTube

Shashi Tharoor Books

  • Pax Indica: India and the World of the Twenty-First Century
    Pax Indica: India and the World of the Twenty-First Century
  • Riot: A Love Story
    Riot: A Love Story
  • Nehru: The Invention of India
    Nehru: The Invention of India
  • The Great Indian Novel
    The Great Indian Novel
  • The Elephant, The Tiger, and the Cell Phone: Reflections on INDIA - The Emerging 21st-Century Power
    The Elephant, The Tiger, and the Cell Phone: Reflections on INDIA - The Emerging 21st-Century Power
  • India: From Midnight to the Millennium and Beyond
    India: From Midnight to the Millennium and Beyond

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Shashi Tharoor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The responsibility of the media., Terrorism of the imagination. and The United Nations, and why it matters.. The estimated speaking fee range to book Shashi Tharoor for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Shashi Tharoor generally travels from India and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jimmy Wales, Parag Khanna, Sir Richard Branson, An Phung and Peter Thiel. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Shashi Tharoor for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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