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We operate beyond the constraints of risk to deliver cutting-edge research, analysis and formulate innovative locally-led solutions to security and development.
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We generate cutting-edge and new insights, advance knowledge and produce action-able ideas to confront security and development issues of the day. This is underpinned by SI’s unparalleled access hard to reach areas and ability to penetrate into complex security-political environs.
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We work with governments, international bodies, organisations, businesses, and civil society to drive change. They turn to SI to develop innovative strategies and implement impactful programmes, even in fragile and challenging environments.
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SI develops and delivers tailored, context-specific capacity building products for government institutions and international organisations focused on fragility and conflict, security sector reform, mediation and reconciliation.
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Shaping security policy since 2009
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Our research spans critical security domains, providing policymakers with evidence-based analysis and actionable recommendations.
National Security
Strategic defence policy, military affairs, and homeland security analysis.
24 Publications
Regional Security
Geopolitical analysis, regional stability, and international security dynamics.
18 Publications
Counter-terrorism
Terrorism prevention, threat assessment, and response strategies.
32 Publications
Peace & Conflict
Conflict resolution, peace building, and post-conflict reconstruction.
15 Publications
Cybersecurity
Digital security, cyber defence, and critical infrastructure protection.
21 Publications
Intelligence Studies
Intelligence analysis, strategic foresight, and national security decision-making.
12 Publications
Governance & Stability
State building, institutional resilience, and democratic governance.
19 Publications
Border & Maritime
Territorial security, maritime defense, and border management.
14 Publications
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The Strategic Nexus Between Al-Shabaab and The Houthis and its Implications For The Region and Global Security
An in-depth look at a relationship rooted in pragmatism and convenience that has the potential to reshape regional security in unexpected ways.
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Our interdisciplinary team of scholars, former practitioners, and policy experts brings decades of experience to security research.
Dr. Ahmed Hassan
Senior Fellow
Regional Security & Counter-terrorism
24 Publications
Dr. Ahmed Hassan
Senior Fellow
Regional Security & Counter-terrorism
24 Publications
Dr. Ahmed Hassan
Senior Fellow
Regional Security & Counter-terrorism
24 Publications
Dr. Ahmed Hassan
Senior Fellow
Regional Security & Counter-terrorism
24 Publications
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In its first major publication, SALDHIG Institute examines in depth the Al-Shabaab Houthi Nexus, the extent and nature of the cooperation, as well how the nexus could evolve, and the implications for regional security.
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