'Likai is pursuing a Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) degree with a concentration in Science, Technology, and International Affairs (STIA). Originally from China, Likai received his B.A. in International Relations from the University of Denver.

Before coming to Georgetown, he worked as a legal assistant at a Chinese law firm. He worked with Chinese lawyers on ICT regulations and foreign infrastructure contracts (BRI). He also interned at a DC-based AI company focusing on predicting supply chain crises and social unrest. Likai speaks Mandarin and English. He is particularly interested in U.S.-Sino relations.

"I chose the MSFS program because of its undisputed reputation and more importantly, I can learn from real practitioners in the field of international affairs and technology."