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We are an international foundation dedicated to the promotion of peace, security and stability through education, research and dialogue.

03/09/2026

We are delighted to be hosting a joint anniversary event on 18 September 2026 to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the LISC (formerly ITC) and the 30th Anniversary of the ESC (formerly ETC)!

This milestone event will bring together alumni and experts to reflect on the evolution of European and international security over the past three/four decades while examining the strategic challenges shaping the years ahead. Two high-level panels will critically assess how security thinking and practice are adapting to a context shaped by geopolitical fragmentation, technological disruption, and increasing normative contestation.

The LISC panel will explore how the demands of leadership have evolved in an era of geopolitical competition, technological disruption and interconnected crises. Bringing together academics and practitioners from the GCSP community, panellists will reflect on the lessons of political leadership during periods of profound change, strategic decision-making under uncertainty, leadership in times of crisis, and the role of multilateral cooperation in addressing shared security challenges. Together, they will consider what kinds of leadership are needed for the security challenges of the decades ahead.

Swipe to meet the panellists, and if you're a LISC/ESC alumnus/a, join us in September: https://bit.ly/43e6TUE

03/09/2026

💡 What are the evolving roles and essential skills of political advisors in a world increasingly shaped by conflict?

📈 How can you enhance your effectiveness in political advisory work?

💭 How can you better adapt your advisory approach in both headquarters and field settings, whether in diplomatic or non-diplomatic contexts?

🧠 What innovative methodologies can help sharpen your abilities in conflict analysis, negotiation, communication, and writing techniques?

🤝 How can you build lasting connections within a global community of political advisors?

These questions, and more, will be answered in our "Skills Enhancement for Political Advisors (POLADS)" course - taking place in January 2027 in Geneva!

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4dZH1SU

03/09/2026

🎧🌍 Catch-up on our exclusive GCSP Podcast Series, ReCentered!

Hosted by Executive-in-Residence Mr Nico Luchsinger, ReCentered explores global shifts in conversation with experts, analysts, and practitioners from around the world including , the , , and . Each episode of this limited series will be followed by an exclusive assessment from a resident GCSP Expert offering behind-the-scenes insights on the topics discussed and what it means for , and the world.

In this third episode, we were pleased to welcome Cobus van Staden, Head of Research at The China Global South Project, to explore how Africa and the Global South experience the current global shifts – and the role China plays in them, followed by analysis from our Head of Asian Affairs at GCSP, Katrina Abatis.

🎙️ This episode was first published in March 2026.

02/09/2026

Summer is now over, but we are pleased to be continuing our "Behind the Badge" series! This series highlights our Interns, Junior Professional Officers, and Assistant Programme Officers beyond their roles, offering a glimpse into the people, passions, and perspectives that enrich our Centre.

For those colleagues moving on to new professional journeys, we wanted to spotlight their contributions and give them the chance to reflect on their time with us at the GCSP.

Today, we're introducing Carla Laudien! Carla was one of our Assistant Programme Officers working within the Global Support Group.

01/09/2026

Our Head of Arms Control and Disarmament, Mr Simon Cleobury recently reviewed a publication prepared by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA), with the support of the United States.

This publication examines in three chapters the operationalisation of Article VII of the Biological Weapons Convention. The document first traces the origins of this provision during the Convention’s negotiations in Geneva and analyses its subsequent evolution, including understandings reached by States Parties. The second chapter focuses on efforts towards the operationalisation of Article VII within the Working Group on the Strengthening of the Convention from its procedural launch in early 2023 to the negotiation of draft recommendations in 2026, including their adoption ad referendum. The third chapter presents key findings from an international workshop held in May 2026 and a Tabletop-Exercise carried out in July 2026 at the GCSP.

Read the publication here: https://bit.ly/4wX2RvZ

31/08/2026

We are delighted to be hosting a joint anniversary event on 18 September 2026 to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the LISC (formerly ITC) and the 30th Anniversary of the ESC (formerly ETC)!

This milestone event will bring together alumni and experts to reflect on the evolution of European and international security over the past three/four decades while examining the strategic challenges shaping the years ahead. Two high-level panels will critically assess how security thinking and practice are adapting to a context shaped by geopolitical fragmentation, technological disruption, and increasing normative contestation.

The 30th anniversary ESC panel will open with a reflection on the course’s founding assumptions in 1996 and which remain relevant today. It will then examine continuity in European security, including NATO’s deterrence role, EU security and defence integration, and multilateral cooperation. It will explore major ruptures, from Russia’s war against Ukraine and weakened arms control to hybrid threats and shifting US priorities. Finally, panellists will consider Europe’s strategic adaptation, focusing on defence investment, burden-sharing, EU–NATO cooperation, and balancing strategic autonomy with alliance dependence.

Swipe to meet the panellists, and if you're a LISC/ESC alumnus/a, join us in September: https://bit.ly/43e6TUE

31/08/2026

As a member of our Foundation Council, Kyrgyzstan makes valuable contributions to guiding and supporting our mission.

Together, we are working toward a more peaceful and secure world.

28/08/2026

We are honoured to recognise Spain for its contributions as part of our Foundation Council. Its continued commitment helps advance our mission.

We appreciate our collaboration in pursuit of a more peaceful and secure world.

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