SIPRI is an independent international institute dedicated to research into conflict, armaments, arms control and disarmament. Established in 1966, SIPRI provides data, analysis and recommendations, based on open sources, to policymakers, researchers, media and the interested public. Based in Stockholm, SIPRI is regularly ranked among the most respected think tanks worldwide.
Vision and mission
SIPRI's vision is a world in which sources of insecurity are identified and understood, conflicts are prevented or resolved, and peace is sustained.
SIPRI’s mission is to:
- undertake research and activities on security, conflict and peace;
- provide policy analysis and recommendations;
- facilitate dialogue and build capacities;
- promote transparency and accountability; and
- deliver authoritative information to global audiences.
Statutes
The Statutes are the guiding principles of SIPRI's work. They were adopted by the Swedish Government.
History and funding
SIPRI was established on the basis of a decision by the Swedish Parliament and receives a substantial part of its funding in the form of an annual grant from the Swedish Government. The Institute also seeks financial support from other organizations in order to carry out its research. Detailed information about the different sources of funding for SIPRI’s work is available here.
Structure
SIPRI's organizational structure comprises the Governing Board and the Director, a Deputy Director, the Research Staff Collegium, and Support Staff, together numbering around 100 people.
International reach
Located in Stockholm, Sweden, SIPRI offers a unique platform for researchers from different countries to work in close cooperation. The Institute also hosts guest researchers and interns who work on issues related to SIPRI's research.
SIPRI maintains contacts with other research centres and individual researchers throughout the world. The Institute also cooperates closely with several intergovernmental organizations, notably the United Nations and the European Union, and regularly receives parliamentary, scientific and government delegations as well as visiting researchers.
Research and communications
SIPRI’s research agenda is constantly evolving, consistently remaining timely and in high demand. It has a high impact, informing policymakers, parliamentarians, diplomats, journalists and experts.
Dissemination channels include an active media and communications programme, seminars and conferences, a monthly newsletter and a renowned publications programme.
More information about SIPRI's activities can be found in our Annual Review. It contains key developments during the last year for global peace and security and shows how SIPRI's research, databases and events contribute to these peace efforts. The following editions are available online:
SIPRI’s Whistle-blower Policy
SIPRI is committed to investigating all reported irregularities thoroughly and impartially, and to taking action to eliminate and mitigate any violations. Reports are secure and confidential and can be made in English or Swedish.
For more information, please read SIPRI’s Whistle-blower Policy.
To access the reporting tool, please click here.