Dimensions for Strategic Studies (DSS)  

Dimensions for Strategic Studies (DSS) is a London-based institute dedicated to research and expert analysis on the key political, geopolitical, economic and humanitarian issues affecting the MENA region and beyond. DSS was founded in early 2020 by a team of experts from numerous Arab countries as well as Europe, Asia, Africa, North America and Australia. Drawing on a network of specialists on the ground, it combines detailed local knowledge with expertise on broader geopolitical trends to produce pertinent analysis on the most pressing issues of our time.  

• Providing analysis and deep understanding of the different issues with the expertise and understanding of local researchers in each country.  
• Studying current situations and linking them to historical contexts and causes and foreseeing its future dimensions.  
• Analyzing country-based events in their regional and international contexts, without getting too much involved in the local affairs or making unreal generalizations within the overall picture.  
• Discussing recommendations and building scenarios with specialists and decision makers.  

Our Mission  

• To produce timely, reliable and forward-looking research and analysis on regional and international affairs.  
• To foster open, fruitful dialogue between the center, our partners and other stakeholders.  
• To provide communities with the tools they need to raise political, economic, and societal awareness.  

Our Research  

• Pertinent and well-sourced analysis on the latest developments.  
• Places local events in their regional and international contexts without getting lost in the details or drawn into generalizations.  
• Examines today’s developments in light of their historical contexts and causes.  
• Examines scenarios and the possible consequences of developments, making recommendations based on the needs of decision makers.  

Our values  

Accuracy, in-depth thinking, shouldering responsibilities, quality-assurance, building partnerships  

DSS strives to produce religable research and analysis for everyone who follows international affairs. It aims to be a reference point for specialists and decision-makers in political, economic, social, and humanitarian affairs.