Ilkin Guliyev is currently pursuing a master's degree at the University of Glasgow as part of the IMCEERES programme (International Master in Central and East European, Russian and Eurasian Studies). He holds a bachelor's degree in History from Baku State University. Ilkin focuses on the domestic and foreign policy strategies of Hungary and Poland. Beyond Central Europe, he is also interested in broader developments across the Caucasus, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Ilkin has organised and participated in various projects related to peace-building, media, and data visualisation.