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Geographic Report Groups
Shaping global solutions through expert analysis
The EPIS Geographic Report Groups focus on critical global issues, providing in-depth analyses and policy recommendations across a range of topics. These groups address key areas such as climate policy, human rights, international relations, and security, producing reports that contribute to shaping informed discussions and solutions for today’s pressing challenges. By engaging experts and thought leaders, EPIS Report Groups offer valuable insights to policymakers and the global community.
Report Groups
Sub-Saharan Africa
The Report 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.
South America
The Report 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
The Report 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.
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.
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. Twice a year, the reports deliver data-driven insights and visualisations on key security and diplomatic developments influencing the region’s stability.
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. Twice a year, it publishes reports to analyse and visualise on these evolving challenges in foreign and security policy.
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.
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.