About DGN Sage
WHAT WE DO
In an ever-shifting global landscape, understanding the complexities and dynamics of key nations is critical for making informed decisions.
DGN Sage Consultancy is dedicated to providing experience-based insights into two strategically vital countries: China and Turkiye.
With unparalleled expertise and a deep understanding of their economic, political, and cultural contexts, DGN Sage equips its clients with the tools to navigate opportunities and challenges in these regions with confidence and clarity.
Why China and Turkiye Matter in Today's World
China has emerged as a formidable rising power with an economy that now ranks as the second largest in the world. Its growth trajectory, coupled with an authoritarian governance model, presents both opportunities and challenges to the liberal world order. By exporting its authoritarian system to targeted countries, China is reshaping geopolitics in a profound way.
In addition, its recent focus on building substantial military power underscores its ambitions to assert global dominance. China's influence stretches across all continents, reshaping trade, diplomacy, and security dynamics. For nations and businesses, understanding China’s strategy is no longer optional—it’s essential.
On the other hand, Turkiye stands at a crossroads, striving to reclaim its historical significance as a civilizational state. Historically a default leader in the Middle East and the Islamic world, Turkiye today remains a modern country with a secular political framework and society.
It functions as a bridge between Asia and Europe, not only geographically but also culturally, enriching its global appeal. With developed infrastructure and a growing economy, Turkiye is emerging as a viable alternative for investments retreating from East Asia. Its strategic location at the intersection of energy and transportation corridors adds to its importance. Furthermore, Turkiye’s candidacy for EU membership and its role in the Customs Union make it a key player in European markets.
Turkiye has also witnessed advancements in military power and technology, aligning with its broader ambitions of reasserting influence in the surrounding regions.
As Turkiye’s overall power and influence grow, it is becoming evident that the country is poised to play a pivotal role in the near future.
Why Expertise is Crucial?
In-depth understanding of these nations’ growing influence requires experience-based insights, and this is where DGN Sage Consultancy makes an impact.
By leveraging real-world expertise and a nuanced approach, DGN Sage helps clients navigate the complexities of China’s and Turkiye’s dynamics—providing actionable strategies to capitalize on opportunities in these vital regions.
Dr. Asım DOĞAN, Ph.D. (IR)
Founder and Executive Director
DGN Sage
Meet Our Team Leader
At DGN Sage Consultancy, the cornerstone of our success is the depth of insight and leadership provided by our founder and team leader, Dr. Asım Doğan.
With over 25 years of experience in international relations, history, and global strategies, and nearly 20 years of living in China, Dr. Doğan is uniquely positioned to guide our mission of delivering experience-based insights to our clients.
Dr. Doğan’s expertise in Turkiye is unparalleled. As a graduate of the prestigious Middle East Technical University, he earned his Bachelor’s degree in History, cultivating a profound understanding of Turkiye’s rich historical and political landscape. His four years working in Turkish government institutions strengthened his grasp of governance and policymaking. Dr. Doğan’s academic journey continued as he achieved his Ph.D. in Political Science and International Relations from Istanbul S. Zaim University, expanding his mastery of geopolitical complexities. His teaching role at Haliç University and research affiliation with Boğaziçi University further underscore his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.
Dr. Doğan’s insights into China are equally remarkable. Having lived, studied, and worked in China for nearly two decades, he combines firsthand experience with academic precision. He holds a Master’s degree in Chinese Politics from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and completed a language program at Shenzhen University.
His Ph.D. research on the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) solidifies his authority in understanding China’s global strategies. Dr. Doğan’s acclaimed 2021 book,
Hegemony with Chinese Characteristics: From Tributary System to Belt and Road Initiative, published by Routledge, and his 2024 Turkish book,
Çin Rüyası: Kimin Kabusu? (China’s Dream: Whose Nightmare?), demonstrate his in-depth expertise on China’s rise and ambitions.
Beyond academia and consulting, Dr. Doğan contributes as an editor and reviewer for reputable academic journals and brings his creativity to the screenwriting world with projects like Blue Pigeon, a film addressing social and political complexities in China.
Under Dr. Doğan’s leadership, DGN Sage Consultancy is committed to offering nuanced, experience-based perspectives on Turkiye and China—two rising powers with a profound impact on global dynamics.
His wealth of expertise enables our clients to navigate the opportunities and challenges presented by these nations with clarity and confidence.
DGN Sage is a DBA of DGN Inititiatives LLC, incorporated in Texas, USA.