Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis
The Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis is an independent, nonpartisan research organization specializing in national security, foreign policy, and defense planning issues. We help senior government policy makers, industry leaders, and officials in the public policy community make informed decisions in a dynamic and unpredictable global security environment. IFPA staff is a mix of scholars, business professionals, retired military officers, and foreign policy specialists who bring a uniquely broad array of talents and experiences to every task they undertake.
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Featured at IFPA
Remembering Our Colleague Dr. Charles M. Perry
Charles Perry died suddenly in September 2017 after a courageous battle against idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Having joined the Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis shortly after its founding in 1976, Charles served over subsequent decades as Vice President, Director of Studies, and Treasurer. He was a close friend and valued colleague. He became a mentor to countless staff members and developed extensive professional relationships and friendships here and abroad. Biography | Obituary
- Weighing the Consequences of China’s Control over the South China Sea | monograph available | IFPA project | selected readings
- National Security Update series | February 28, 2018, The Trump 2018 Nuclear Posture Review | All reports
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Our Strengths
- Identifying global and regional trends and assessing their implications for policy planners
- Translating policy options into concrete program decisions
- Designing strategic plans for government and industry clients
- Establishing strategic partnerships with industry, think tanks, academia and government
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Our Products & Services
- Focused studies and quick-reaction analyses on current and emerging national security/foreign policy issues
- Classified and unclassified workshops and briefings in support of government and private-sector clients
- Public outreach programs, including the organization of major conferences and smaller seminars
- Creation and conduct of simulation and gaming exercises
- Strategic planning for industry and federal and state government agencies
