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Rishi Sunak Takes Roles at Oxford and Stanford Universities

The former UK prime minister will contribute to research and teaching while remaining an MP for Richmond and Northallerton.

  • Rishi Sunak has accepted positions at Oxford University's Blavatnik School of Government and Stanford University's Hoover Institution as part of his post-premiership career.
  • He will serve as a member of Oxford's World Leaders Circle and a visiting fellow at Stanford, focusing on economic, security, and technological challenges.
  • Sunak, who studied at both institutions, expressed enthusiasm for contributing to their research and shaping future leaders.
  • Despite speculation about a potential move to California, Sunak's allies confirmed he will continue as the Conservative MP for Richmond and Northallerton.
  • His appointments follow a tradition of former UK prime ministers taking academic roles, with figures like Tony Blair and Gordon Brown having held similar positions.
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