The Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS) is an autonomous, nonpartisan research think tank based in Islamabad, Pakistan.
We combine research, specialized leadership training, and proactive advocacy to advance global diplomacy, peace, and security.
Our foundation stone was laid down by Prof. Dr. Johan Galtung, Father of Global Peace Studies.
IPDS convenes dialogues between scholars, civil society actors, and public officials, building informal bridges where formal diplomacy has stalled.
Concise, actionable intelligence for decision-makers. IPDS publishes policy briefs, intelligence assessments, and full-length research reports on high-priority foreign policy questions.
IPDS invests in the next generation of diplomats, analysts, and scholars through structured training programs covering diplomatic protocol, negotiation, and international law.
IPDS hosts and co-organizes high-level conferences, seminars, and expert roundtables in Islamabad and abroad, convening global experts on Pakistan's pressing foreign policy challenges.
Bespoke risk intelligence products for governments, corporations, investors, and multilateral organizations seeking ground-level understanding of South Asian political dynamics.
IPDS amplifies Pakistan's constructive foreign policy narrative globally through media engagement, op-ed placements, broadcast commentary, and strategic digital communications.
IPDS has published books, papers, and research-based academic work in the fields of peace, diplomacy, bilateral relations, and public diplomacy.
Our growing library spans think tank briefs, academic papers, and full-length research reports on Pakistan's most pressing foreign policy challenges.
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A multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed bi-annual journal providing an international platform for academic debate on national, regional, and international affairs.
Submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process, ensuring the highest standards of scholarly integrity.
An immersive program for mid-career leaders seeking a practical understanding of diplomacy directly from ambassadors, diplomats, policy makers, and decision leaders.
The program includes visits to embassies and offices of international organizations.
Our flagship initiative aimed at empowering young women with leadership skills, policy awareness, and advocacy training.
Through mentorship sessions, panel discussions, and skill-building workshops, this program supports the next generation of women leaders in diplomacy, governance, and international organizations.
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Scholars, diplomats, and policymakers from China and Pakistan convened in Islamabad on Saturday for the China–Pakistan Think Tank Dialogue 2025, jointly organized…
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Urban development remains one of the most pressing issues faced by both the Global North and South. According to UN Habitat, 96,000…
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Voices from the institutions we work with
IPDS has been an excellent partner in our efforts to promote research and dialogue on security issues. Their expertise and commitment to capacity building have significantly contributed to our programs, making this partnership invaluable.
The leadership training offered by IPDS has been instrumental in empowering future diplomats. Their hands-on approach to teaching diplomacy has had a lasting impact on the participants.
The partnership with IPDS has fostered essential dialogue on climate change and security. Their initiatives in this area are both timely and necessary.
Reach us at info@ipd.org.pk
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