EPIS Working Groups

The Arctic and Space are rapidly emerging as key geopolitical arenas. Rising competition for resources, strategic military positioning, and space exploration drive tensions and cooperation. Our working group monitors the evolving landscape, analyzing security implications and international policies that shape the future of these critical regions.

South America plays a pivotal role in global politics, balancing economic development, regional stability, and external influences. Our working group examines security concerns, trade dynamics, and diplomatic initiatives, offering insights into how the region navigates challenges like governance, natural resources, and international partnerships.

As a major global power center, North America’s foreign affairs and security policy are deeply interconnected with economic and military influence. Our working group delves into U.S., Canada, and Mexico relations, exploring security threats, trade agreements, and regional stability, while assessing North America’s strategic positioning on the world stage.

The Middle East and North Africa are key drivers of global security, marked by complex conflicts, shifting alliances, and major energy concerns. Our working group provides expert analysis on issues such as terrorism, regional diplomacy, arms control, and the broader impact of global powers vying for influence in the region.

The Working Group: Indo-Pacific produces monthly briefings on pertinent foreign and security policy issues within the region. The Indo-Pacific, encompassing over 50% of the world’s population, includes economic giants like China, India, and Japan. Maritime security, regional alliances like ASEAN, and economic integration are key themes. Our briefings provide comprehensive insights into the significant strategic developments shaping the Indo-Pacific landscape.

Europe remains a cornerstone of global diplomacy, confronting internal and external security challenges. From EU integration and NATO cooperation to the rise of populism and geopolitical shifts, our working group analyzes Europe’s role in global peace, stability, and its evolving foreign policy responses to crises in its neighborhood and beyond.

A vast region bridging Europe and Asia, Eurasia is crucial for global security dynamics. Our working group focuses on the political, economic, and military shifts in key countries like Russia, Turkey, and Central Asian states. We examine evolving alliances, resource competition, and regional conflicts, offering insights into Eurasia's strategic significance in world affairs.

Sub-Saharan Africa faces unique security and developmental challenges. From rising terrorism and armed conflicts to climate change and governance issues, our working group tracks the region's efforts to build stability and partnerships. We provide analysis on peacebuilding, international aid, and the role of African organizations in shaping the future of the region.