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The Institute for Security Analysis

The Institute for Security Analysis is a research institute focused on national security and foreign policy established in 2023. The institute works to bridge critical information gaps and foster a grassroots, whole-of-society approach towards national security.

ISA conducts in-depth research, produces timely analyses and provides policy options — with the aim of advancing a realistic understanding of regional affairs, boosting public engagement, and transforming Armenian national security.

ISA focuses its work on three major areas currently presenting the most unique and pressing challenges to the future of Armenia. These pillars of study include the following topics:

  • Regional Affairs: geopolitical and domestic developments with the potential to impact the long-term political, security and economic conditions of the region.
  • Defense and Security Affairs: current and emerging defense and security challenges facing Armenia and its regional counterparts, with a particular focus on Armenian defense reform and the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict.
  • Hybrid Warfare and Disinformation Campaigns: the growing threat of grey zone activities and influence campaigns conducted by state and non-state actors.

Energy Sector

Leading this week This week’s Azerbaijan Brief examines Baku’s evolving energy sector. How is Azerbaijan adapting to shrinking gas reserves? How will Baku maintain its

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Baku Commands Sway in Dagestan

This week’s Azerbaijan Brief examines Baku’s evolving ties with Russia’s Dagestan region. Dagestan — a mosaic of ethnic diversity — straddles the Russian-Azerbaijan border. In

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Baku-Beijing Relations

This week’s Azerbaijan Brief examines the latest developments around Baku-Beijing relations. Over the summer, Azerbaijan and China inked a strategic partnership agreement, the culmination of a long-standing

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Azerbaijan Brief: SOCAR

Leading this week This week’s Azerbaijan Brief examines recent developments around SOCAR, Baku’s state energy firm — and crown jewel. SOCAR is a key cog

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