Keller assumes leadership of DGAP's Centre for Security and Defense
Patrick Keller to Lead Center for Security and Defense at DGAP
Patrick Keller, a seasoned professional with experience in the German political and defense sectors, will take on the role of Head of the Center for Security and Defense at the German Society for Foreign Policy (DGAP) starting July 1, 2025.
Keller's career path has been marked by influential positions. Most notably, he served as Head of the Speeches & Texts Division in the leadership staff of the BMVG, an organization responsible for shaping Germany's domestic policies.
Before joining DGAP, Keller's career trajectory also included roles at defense industry lobbyists. He served as Head of Politics and Communications at the Federal Association of the German Aerospace Industry (BDLI), and as Vice President of the Federal Academy for Security Policy (BAKS).
The German Society for Foreign Policy (DGAP) is a prominent organization that focuses on shaping Germany's foreign policy and security strategy. Keller's new role at DGAP will involve leading the Center for Security and Defense, where he will shape and implement policy recommendations in the realm of security and defense.
Given Keller's background, his experience in speeches and texts division is likely to contribute significantly to his role in shaping policy recommendations. The Center for Security and Defense at DGAP is deeply involved in analyzing security challenges such as Russia’s war against Ukraine.
As Keller prepares to take on his new role, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise that will undoubtedly be of great value to the DGAP. His appointment follows a distinguished career that has seen him rise through the ranks of various organizations in the German political and defense sectors.
The new role as Head of the Center for Security and Defense at DGAP for Patrick Keller will enable him to utilize his expertise gained from his career in German politics, particularly his experience at the Speeches & Texts Division in the BMVG. In his new position, Keller will contribute valuable insights while addressing security challenges, such as Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine, in the realm of general-news and politics.
