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EPIS Thinktank

Working Groups

Connecting regional insights to drive meaningful change

The EPIS Working Groups are specialized teams of the EPIS Thinktank that focus on different regions of the world and publish monthly reports on current political developments to provide in-depth analysis and insights into regional and global contexts.

EPIS Working Groups

Working Groups Manager

Gruber

Julia

Gruber

Board of Directors

Working Groups

Arctic & Space

Wikholm

Hugo

Wikholm

Arctic & Space

The Working Group Arctic & Space examines the Arctic’s geopolitical significance and the role of space policy in global security. It analyzes territorial disputes, resource competition, and military presence in the Arctic, while also assessing satellite security, space governance, and technological advancements shaping international power dynamics. Monthly briefings provide objective analyses and visualizations on these evolving challenges in foreign and security policy.

South America

Ferreira

Renata

Ferreira

Senior Research Fellow

South America

The Working Group South America, exploring security, governance, and economic trends, analyses political stability, organised crime, and foreign influence in South America. It assesses regional defence cooperation, trade relations, and security threats. Monthly briefings offer fact-based analyses and visualisations on South America's evolving geopolitical role in international affairs.

North America

Stoian

Iasmina

Stoian

Junior Research Fellow

North America

The Working Group North America focuses on North America’s global influence in defence, trade, and diplomacy. It analyses US foreign policy, NATO commitments, and regional security, assessing political developments and strategic partnerships. Monthly briefings provide objective analyses and visualisations of North America's impact on global stability and security frameworks.

Middle East & North Africa

Ürküt

Berat

Ürküt

Senior Research Fellow

Middle East & North Africa

The Working Group Middle East & North Africa, covering conflicts, energy security, and political stability, analyses regional power struggles, military dynamics, and economic resilience in MENA. It assesses the influence of external actors, counterterrorism, and humanitarian challenges. Monthly briefings offer data-driven insights and visualisations on the evolving geopolitical landscape and security dynamics of the region.

Indo-Pacific

Spindeldreier

Benjamin

Spindeldreier

Junior Research Fellow

Indo-Pacific

The Working Group Indo-Pacific examines the Indo-Pacific’s strategic significance, focusing on regional security, maritime disputes, and power dynamics between the US, China, and regional players. It analyses economic integration, military cooperation, and emerging threats. Monthly briefings provide fact-based insights and visualisations on key geopolitical trends shaping the region’s security landscape.

Europe

Turcitu

Mihnea

Turcitu

Junior Research Fellow

Europe

The Working Group Europe explores Europe’s role in global security, covering EU foreign policy, NATO dynamics, and regional conflicts. It assesses economic security, defence cooperation, and the continent’s response to emerging threats. Monthly briefings provide fact-based analyses and visualisations, offering insights into Europe’s evolving geopolitical landscape and its influence on international stability.

Eurasia

Herman

Juliëtte

Herman

Senior Research Fellow

Eurasia

The Working Group Eurasia, focusing on geopolitical shifts in Eurasia, analyses Russia’s strategic interests, regional conflicts, and economic integration, particularly through organisations like the CSTO and SCO. It examines energy security, military alliances, and the impact of external powers. Monthly briefings deliver data-driven insights and visualisations on key security and diplomatic developments influencing the region’s stability.

Sub-Saharan Africa

Katsole

Marvin

Katsole

Junior Research Fellow

Sub-Saharan Africa

The Working Group Sub-Saharan Africa, analysing political stability, security challenges, and economic development, explores regional conflicts, counterterrorism efforts, and foreign influence in Sub-Saharan Africa. It assesses governance trends, resource security, and military cooperation. Monthly briefings present factual analyses and visualisations to illustrate the region’s evolving role in international security policy.

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