Mark Morley

Dr. Mark Morley is a distinguished trade and investment specialist, governance and operations professional, former diplomat, and an expert on the economy, politics, and culture of the Middle East and South Asia. With a diverse educational background, including degrees in Economics, Arabic, and a Doctor of Juridical Science focusing on international law, Dr. Morley has conducted extensive research on topics such as legal rights to water in Punjab, India, and the interplay between Islamism, Christianity, and the law in Pakistan. His profound insights led him to publish a book on the subject.

Dr. Morley brings a wealth of experience from his senior diplomatic roles in countries like Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and India. He is multilingual, fluent in Arabic and intermediate in Urdu. Hailing from Melbourne and Bendigo, Australia, he identifies as a reformed evangelical Christian. Dr. Morley's educational journey includes studying at prestigious institutions like Deakin University, Monash University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, and Ridley College, specializing in diverse fields such as economics, international business, and Arabic language and literature.

Throughout his career, Dr. Morley has held key positions in various organizations. He served as a Board Member at Loddon Campaspe Regional Partnership and was on the Board of Trustees at the Anglican Diocese of Bendigo. Additionally, he has held pivotal roles including Chief Operations Officer at Redeemer City to City, Non-Executive Director at Bendigo Community Health Services, and significant positions at Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) and Trade and Investment Victoria. Furthermore, he has showcased his expertise as a Senior Marketing and Communications Specialist at Telstra.