Nazak Nikakhtar
Role: Contributor
Position: Partner, Wiley Rein LLP; Co-Chair, National Security Practice
Background:
Nazak Nikakhtar is a partner at Wiley Rein LLP, where she co-chairs the National Security Practice and is a key member of the International Trade Practice. With over two decades of experience in international trade and national security, she has held significant roles both in government and the private sector. Nikakhtar served as Assistant Secretary for Industry & Analysis at the U.S. Department of Commerce from 2018 to 2021, where she was a pivotal figure in shaping U.S. trade policies and national security initiatives. She also served as the Acting Under Secretary for Industry and Security, playing a critical role in advancing the U.S. government’s supply chain and investment policies.
Relation to Trump:
Nikakhtar’s role at the Department of Commerce during the Trump administration involved significant contributions to national security and trade policies that aligned with the administration’s goals of protecting U.S. industries and enhancing economic competitiveness.
Scandals or Controversies:
There are no significant scandals or controversies associated with Nazak Nikakhtar.