Islamabad Policy Research Institute

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Islamabad Policy Research Institute
AbbreviationIPRI
Formation1999
TypeQuasi Governmental
HeadquartersIslamabad, Pakistan
Location
  • Pakistan
Websitewww.ipripak.org

The Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI) based in Pakistan, was established in 1999. It is affiliated with the National Security Division (NSD) of the government of Pakistan. IPRI focuses on datafication, digitalization, and analysis of information relevant to policy decisions. As a result of recent reforms, IPRI is ranked 74th in the University of Pennsylvania's Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program. [1]
The Institute conducts multi-disciplinary research and promotes civil society-governmental interactions and policy dialogue through national, regional, and international conferences, enhancing the country's research capacity and environment by facilitating issue-centric discourse.
IPRI's publications claims to offer current and high-quality research. It disseminates its findings and policy recommendations through its publications (triple-peer-reviewed journals, books, and monographs). To foster goodwill and North-South and South-South communication of cultures and ideas, IPRI also supports academic exchange programs between regional and international researchers and think tanks.
IPRI claims to deal with all facets of National Security, including International Relations & International Law, Strategic Studies, Governance & Public Policy, and Economic Security.
IPRI claims to have exemplified around two decades of analysis towards crucial strategic agendas and inter-governmental processes for the Pakistan government.

Research Philosophy[edit]

Original, Non-Partisan & Collaborative (Research Driving the Policy) Policy & Scholarly Research (Innovating Research through Data Analytics and Technology) Actionable Policy Input (Providing Solution-driven Input)

Vision ( As Advertised )[edit]

To spearhead a qualitative change in the research and policy industry through data, innovation, and technology.

Mission ( As Advertised )[edit]

To inform policy and drive change through research and dialogue on topics of contemporary relevance across all facets of National Security.

Research Areas ( As Claimed )[edit]

The institute is focused on the following research areas: International Relations and International Law Strategic Studies Public Policy & Governance Economic Security

Board of Governors[edit]

The Board of Governors (BOG) has been reconstituted. The 16-member BOG meets biannually to provide policy guidelines and review the progress of research activities. The BOG along with Ex-Officio members are listed below:-

Chairman
Amb. Inamul Haque

Members
Anwar Ul Haq Kakar

Mr. Ahmer Bilal Soofi

Dr. Moeed W. Yusuf

Amb. Tehmina Janjua

Mr. Hussain Dawood

Mr. Ali Jehangir Siddiqui

Vice Adm. Khan Hasham Bin Siddique (Retd)

Dr. Umar Saif

Amb. Dr. Raza Muhammad

Ex-Officio Members
Foreign Minister
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting
Chairman HEC

Publications[edit]

IPRI Journal – Scholarly biannual triple-peer-reviewed journal showcasing research in international relations, political science, geopolitics, defense, strategic studies, diplomacy, security, terrorism, conflict, public policy and governance.
• Books – Based on selected topics besides anthologies showcasing conference papers.
• IPRI Papers – Expanded research on topical subjects.
• Policy Briefs – 4–6 page policy write-up for the government on matters of national security which is a short summary of an issue. Policy briefs generally embody actionable recommendations prepared for government policymakers.
• Analytics & Projections – 1–2 pages of analysis and forecasting on national security issued daily by the communication team of IPRI.

Strategic Communication
The Strategic Communications team of IPRI always looks for effective channels to give traction to own research initiatives. Introducing data analytics and technology in the think tanks of Pakistan has largely brought in a new approach premised on illustrative understanding through infographics, well-researched explainers, and digital media show.

References[edit]

  1. ^ McGann, James G. (2021-01-28). "2020 Global Go To Think Tank Index Report" (18). {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)