Ihsan Yilmaz

About the Author

Ihsan Yilmaz is a distinguished scholar and author specializing in political science, with a focus on populism, authoritarianism, and the global rise of illiberal ideologies. Holding advanced degrees in international relations and sociology, he has dedicated his career to analyzing how civilizations are manipulated as tools for political control in non-Western contexts. His groundbreaking research bridges theory and real-world politics, offering critical insights into the erosion of liberal democratic norms. Yilmaz's work draws on extensive fieldwork and comparative studies across Asia and Eurasia, making complex geopolitical dynamics accessible to both academics and general readers. Through his incisive prose, he challenges conventional narratives on democracy's fragility in the face of cultural and ideological weaponization.