The Institute of War and Peace Studies (IWPS)
Understanding War. Advancing Peace.
Founded in 2018 in Kabul and now headquartered in the United Kingdom, the Institute of War and Peace Studies (IWPS), is a non-profit think tank committed to understanding and shaping the dynamics of war, peace and strategic competition in an era of rapid technological and geopolitical transformation.
The Institute of War and Peace Studies (IWPS)
Charting the future of war, peace and global order.
From conflict zones in the Global South to strategic theatres of great power rivalry, IWPS advances rigorous research and thoughtful policy engagement.
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Understanding Conflict. Advancing Peace.
The Institute of War and Peace Studies (IWPS) is an independent, non-partisan think tank based in the United Kingdom. Founded in 2018 in Kabul, IWPS began as a platform for high-impact research and policy work on conflict, peacebuilding, and security governance in fragile states. Today – IWPS has expanded its mandate to explore the intersection of traditional security dynamics with emerging technologies such as AI, cyber operations and digital surveillance, especially in the context of the Global South.
We believe in the transformative power of research, analysis and advocacy. Our work spans across multiple thematic areas including peace and conflict resolution, defense strategy, AI in warfare, and strategic power competition. IWPS actively collaborates with academic institutions, government bodies, multilateral organizations, and civil society partners to inform evidence-based policy and foster sustainable peace.
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Rigorous, policy-relevant research at the intersection of conflict, technology and geopolitics.
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Real-time tracking and reporting of violence, conflict trends, and peace efforts across Afghanistan to support humanitarian and policy decisions.
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"As a military professional turned analyst, I value the IWPS for its balanced approach to security and peacebuilding. Their seminars and expert panels offer critical, unbiased perspectives on modern warfare."
"Participating in IWPS programs expanded my understanding of global conflicts. The instructors were highly knowledgeable, and the interactive sessions helped me build both academic and professional confidence."
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Latest Publications
The Future of Peacekeeping in a Multipolar World
As global power dynamics shift away from a U.S.-dominated unipolar system, peacekeeping...
Russia and Afghanistan post 2021
A history of security relations between Afghanistan and Russia
Iran and Afghanistan adjust to a new security environment
A history of Iran’s engagement in Afghanistan
Sino–Afghan security relations beyond 2021
A history of China’s engagement in Afghanistan
Afghanistan and Central Asia’s relationship after NATO’s withdrawal
A history of Central Asia’s security relations with Afghanistan
SECURITY SECTOR REFORM FOR PEACE
A Roadmap to Economization, Fiscal Sustainability and Restructuring of the Afghan Security...
Reset or rivalry? India and Afghanistan post-2021
A history of India’s security engagement in Afghanistan
A history of Pakistan’s security engagement in Afghanistan
Security relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan beyond 2021
"The Institute of War and Peace Studies has become a vital resource in my work. Their research is thorough, timely, and rooted in real-world application. The institute bridges the gap between academic insight and practical policy."