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An innovative think tank and consultancy deeply committed to producing meaningful change. Based in New Delhi, we offer various services, including independent analysis, policy advisories, and consulting solutions to aid governments, businesses, and institutions navigate complex challenges and seize new opportunities.
The Council for Strategic and Defense Research is a New Delhi based think-tank that combines rigorous academic
research with policy advocacy and strategic consultancy
programs
Climate Security and Diplomacy
The Climate Security and Diplomacy Program champions inclusive climate diplomacy and security, driving policy and advocacy in South Asia. It enables cross-border dialogue, fostering regional
Inclusive Foreign and Security Policy
The program advocates for gender-inclusive approaches in foreign policy and security, aiming to integrate diverse perspectives for better peace and security outcomes. It emphasizes women’s
Geopolitics and Regionalism
CSDR’s program explores non-traditional security in South Asia and the Indo-Pacific, focusing on policy research and multi-stakeholder dialogues. We offer insights and policy recommendations on
Insights
The Air We Share: Towards Reduced Transboundary Air Pollution across India and Pakistan
This report, created through collaboration between the Council for Strategic and Defense Research (CSDR) and the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), addresses the urgent need
Power and Purpose: Indian Foreign Policy 2023
Crafted by CSDR’s experts, this report digs deep into the human facets of policymaking, decoding the cognitive processes, responses, and learning habits shaping India’s strategic
A Charter of Values for a Free, Peaceful, Inclusive and Prosperous Indo-Pacific
This Charter of Values is an attempt to present a regional voice on values that should guide regional and international engagement in the Indo-Pacific. They
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Projects
The Chao Track Experts Dialogue
The Chao Track facilitates India-Pakistan Track II dialogues, focusing on non-traditional security themes like Climate Change in 2022, to foster informed discussions among policymakers from
POLING – Political Opinion Analysis using Linguistic Data
The POLING project applies computational linguistics to analyze social media for political sentiment in India, covering Meitei, Malayalam, Hindi, and English. It aims to guide
Communal and Misogynistic Aggression in Hindi-English-Bangla (The ComMA Project)
This project, in partnership with Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University and UnReaL-TecE LLP, studies social media’s communal and misogynistic content in India. It features a multilingual
Charting the Security Landscape in the Indo-Pacific
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With a team of highly competent researchers and practitioners and a focus on the Indian subcontinent, Eurasia, and the Indo-Pacific, we are uniquely positioned to help you navigate the complex challenges of this century.