What is the Geneva International Peace Research Institute?

Introduction The Geneva International Peace Research Institute (GIPRI, French: Institut international de recherches pour la paix à Genève) is a non-governmental organisation based in Geneva. Outline It was founded in 1980 and its aim is to understand wars in order to better avoid them. Publications The Cahiers du GIPRI are the main publication of the… Read More

What is the Bonn International Centre for Conflict Studies?

Introduction The Bonn International Centre for Conflict Studies (BICC), established in 1994, is a research institute located in Bonn, Germany. Outline While the focus of BICC’s work initially centred on the conversion of military facilities and equipment to civilian uses (hence its name), the institute’s research has expanded to other areas of peace and development,… Read More

What is the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute?

Introduction Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) is an international institute based in Stockholm. It was founded in 1966 and provides data, analysis and recommendations for armed conflict, military expenditure and arms trade as well as disarmament and arms control. The research is based on open sources and is directed to decision-makers, researchers, media and… Read More