Advancing Security and Cooperation Across Eurasia
Founded in 2008, the Eurasian Security Institute is an independent, non-partisan research organisation dedicated to promoting diplomacy, security partnerships, and economic integration across the Eurasian continent.
Bridging Divides Through Knowledge
The Eurasian Security Institute exists to foster understanding and cooperation among nations across one of the world's most complex geopolitical landscapes. Through rigorous research, strategic analysis, and track-two diplomatic engagement, we provide actionable insights to policymakers, business leaders, and international organisations.
Our interdisciplinary teams of researchers, former diplomats, and data analysts work across traditional boundaries to address the interconnected challenges of security, trade, and governance that define the Eurasian space.
What Guides Our Work
Independence
Our analysis is strictly non-partisan and free from governmental or corporate influence.
Rigour
Every publication undergoes peer review and methodological scrutiny to maintain the highest standards.
Collaboration
We foster partnerships with institutions, governments, and scholars across Eurasia.
Impact
Our work informs policy, shapes discourse, and contributes to tangible improvements in regional cooperation.
Senior Leadership
Dr. Elena Volkov
Director General
Former senior diplomat with 25 years of experience in multilateral security negotiations across the OSCE region.
Prof. Karim Nazarbayev
Director of Research
Leading scholar on Central Asian geopolitics and author of over 60 peer-reviewed publications on Eurasian security.
Dr. Margaret Chen
Director of Economic Studies
Economist specialising in trade corridor development and cross-border investment flows in the Eurasian economic space.
Amb. Friedrich Bauer
Senior Fellow, Diplomacy
Retired ambassador with extensive experience in conflict mediation and track-two diplomatic initiatives.
Dr. Aisha Sultanova
Head of Data & Analytics
Data scientist and political risk analyst specialising in quantitative approaches to geopolitical forecasting.
Dr. Tomasz Kowalski
Head of Security Studies
Defence and security expert with a background in NATO strategic planning and Eurasian military affairs.