International Institute for Strategic Studies.
British research institute (or think tank) in the area of international affairs
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
One to three months ago
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The International Institute for Strategic Studies analyzes the state of Ukrainian civil society under the pressures of wartime conditions.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Reports detail China's submarine expansion, utilizing satellite imagery captured in Shanghai and input from a former commander of Japan's submarine fleet.Some support1 report
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IISS published findings regarding a specific espionage campaign allegedly carried out by GRU.Some support1 report1 development inside
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IISS analyzed drone incidents occurring against various NATO member states.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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IISS analyzed drone activity over Dutch air bases and observed shadow fleet operations off Dutch coastlines.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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The US launched a war against Iran, an event the International Institute for Strategic Studies called a disastrous turning point.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Gulf War caused the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IIISS) to shift its forum location.Some support1 report
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Iran war increases oil prices for Russia, and the Kremlin is using paid incentives for military recruitment.Some support1 report
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Around International Institute for Strategic Studies this week
News at the entities that move International Institute for Strategic Studies most-
Gulf War StructuralThe Gulf War is causing disruptions to Pakistani money movement to Dubai, while tax reductions are noted to be supporting property purchases in Punjab.Moves International Institute for Strategic Studies
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Ministry of Defence Mentioned togetherThe Defence Secretary announced a new space strategy involving the Ministry of Defence.Moves International Institute for Strategic Studies
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China Mentioned togetherThe European Central Bank is forced to raise interest rates due to energy price shocks from the Iran war and an influx of Chinese exports.Moves International Institute for Strategic Studies
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Pakistan Mentioned togetherUzbekistan and Pakistan discussed strengthening economic cooperation, focusing on leveraging railway connectivity and investment to link Central Asian markets to Pakistani ports.Moves International Institute for Strategic Studies
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NATO Mentioned togetherWayne Eyre advised on national security issues, specifically regarding defense spending and the requirement to meet alliance targets for NATO.Moves International Institute for Strategic Studies
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Indo-Pacific Mentioned togetherNarendra Modi pursues foreign policy focused on economic development as India expands relations with the United States.Moves International Institute for Strategic Studies
Connections
The 32 strongest of 63, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Nigel Gould-Davies Structural
Nigel Gould-Davies holds the formal position of senior fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
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Pakistan Mentioned together
IISS provides strategic data and analysis regarding Pakistan's military capabilities.
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Associated Press Operational
IISISS provides specialized geopolitical analysis and reports to the Associated Press for potential publication and dissemination.
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Gulf War Structural
The Gulf War historically caused the International Institute for Strategic Studies to shift its forum location.
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Michaels Structural
Michaels holds a research fellowship position at the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
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NATO Mentioned together
IISS publishes reports analyzing threats and surveillance activities concerning NATO member states and bases.
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Indo-Pacific Mentioned together
A research institute focuses on and tracks security issues and geopolitical challenges within the Indo-Pacific region.
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Ministry of Defence Mentioned together
IISS monitors the Ministry of Defence's Defence Investment Plan.
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Conference on Disarmament Mentioned together
ISA's conference addresses topics relevant to the disarmament discussions of the Conference on Disarmament.
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GRU Mentioned together
IISS published findings regarding GRU's espionage activities.
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China Mentioned together
IISS publishes analyses and reports detailing China's military capabilities and activities.
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Singapore Shared context
A hosts its annual security summit in Singapore.
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Europe Shared context
IISS focuses its geopolitical assessments and reports on security issues and activities within the European region.
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Netherlands Shared context
IISST conducts research and analyzes military operations, specifically drone activity, within the operational context of the Netherlands.
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Saudi Arabia Mentioned together
IIISS provides expert analysis and commentary on geopolitical issues concerning Saudi Arabia.
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Afghanistan Mentioned together
IIISS provides research and data regarding the military capabilities of Afghanistan.
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Middle East Shared context
A think tank focuses its research and analysis on the geopolitical issues of the Middle East region.
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Charlie Edwards Structural
Charlie Edwards held a leadership role within the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
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Tô Lâm Mentioned together
A was invited by B to deliver a keynote address at the Shangri-La Dialogue strategic forum.
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Islamabad Shared context
The research institute bases its work on the geopolitical realities of the region represented by the city of Islamabad.
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Japan Mentioned together
Japan and IISS are co-mentioned in reports discussing China's submarine expansion and regional security.
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Kremlin Mentioned together
A research institute focuses its investigations on the government center of B.
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Kyiv Shared context
The Institute tracks and comments on the geopolitical and military developments occurring in Kyiv.
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Myanmar Shared context
IISISS focuses its analysis on the civil war dynamics and geopolitical shifts within Myanmar.
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Keir Starmer Shared context
A operates as a think tank tracking the policy targets of B, a political leader.
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Beijing Shared context
The Institute reports on geopolitical activities related to China, which is centered in Beijing.
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Beijing Xiangshan Forum Shared context
Both entities operate within the shared context of international security discourse and major geopolitical forums.
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King's College London Shared context
An IISST researcher is affiliated with King's College London.
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Dong Jun Mentioned together
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Vietnam Shared context
IISST views Vietnam as a responsible member of the international community.
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London Shared context
The International Institute for Strategic Studies is located in London.
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Washington Mentioned together
Washington is concerned about rival AI capabilities, a topic relevant to the work of the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
History
Events by the month they beganJuly 2026
5 events- The International Institute for Strategic Studies analyzes the state of Ukrainian civil society under the pressures of wartime conditions.
- Reports detail China's submarine expansion, utilizing satellite imagery captured in Shanghai and input from a former commander of Japan's submarine fleet.
- IISS published findings regarding a specific espionage campaign allegedly carried out by GRU.
- IISS analyzed drone incidents occurring against various NATO member states.
- IISS analyzed drone activity over Dutch air bases and observed shadow fleet operations off Dutch coastlines.
June 2026
4 events- European members increase defense spending, tracked by IIISS, shaping the defense trajectory of NATO.
- The US launched a war against Iran, an event the International Institute for Strategic Studies called a disastrous turning point.
- The Gulf War caused the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IIISS) to shift its forum location.
- Iran war increases oil prices for Russia, and the Kremlin is using paid incentives for military recruitment.