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.