Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies

The Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS) is an autonomous, nonpartisan research think tank based in Islamabad, Pakistan.

We combine research, specialized leadership training, and proactive advocacy to advance global diplomacy, peace, and security. We bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application with customized programs for academics, diplomats, and the general public.

Our foundation stone was laid down by Prof. Dr. Johan Galtung, Father of Global Peace Studies.

Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies Team

IPDS Events

Post-Tianjin SCO Summit: Achievements and Prospects for Multipolar Regional Cooperation

October 15, 2025

Post-Tianjin SCO Summit: Achievements and Prospects for Multipolar Regional Cooperation

The Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), Nurlan Yermekbayev, underscored China’s pivotal role in advancing global governance and multilateral diplomacy within the SCO framework during a webinar titled “Post-Tianjin SCO Summit: Achievements and Prospects for Multipolar Regional Cooperation.” organised by Centre for SCO Studies– Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS) and Pakistan […]

First Virtual Symposium on China-Pakistan Relations by IPDS, Minhaj University

September 19, 2025

First Virtual Symposium on China-Pakistan Relations by IPDS, Minhaj University

A first‑of‑its‑kind virtual symposium on China‑Pakistan relations was co-organized by Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS) and the Center of Research and Innovation in Maritime Affairs (CRIMA) at Minhaj University Lahore (MUL), on Thursday. The symposium brought together academics, scholars, practitioners, business professionals, and ambassadors from Pakistan and China who shared insights on the […]

International Conference on “The Role of Neutrality in Strengthening International Peace”

March 15, 2025

International Conference on “The Role of Neutrality in Strengthening International Peace”

The Embassy of Turkmenistan to Pakistan and Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS), organized the International Conference on “The Role of Neutrality in Strengthening International Peace.” The event brought together diplomats, policymakers, and scholars to explore the impact of neutrality in global stability and cooperation. For the past 30 years, Turkmenistan’s policy of permanent […]

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Dr. Rashid Aftab

“The partnership with IPDS has fostered essential dialogue on climate change and security. Their initiatives in this area are both timely and necessary.”

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Collaborations with Like-Minded Institutions

University of Sargodha
University of Sialkot
ANKASAM
The Millennium Universal College
Inner Mongolia Honder College
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Riphah International University
COMSATS University Islamabad
United Nations Alliance of Civilizations
Equilibrium Global
OHRID Institute
Bahauddin Zakariya University
International University for the Humanities and Development
IUCPSS
MOHCAM
CAEI
United Nations Information Centre
ACCWS
IICA
Global News Pakistan
The Diplomatic Insight
University of Sargodha
University of Sialkot
ANKASAM
The Millennium Universal College
Inner Mongolia Honder College
SDGs Academy
Coded Minds
Riphah International University
COMSATS University Islamabad
United Nations Alliance of Civilizations
Equilibrium Global
OHRID Institute
Bahauddin Zakariya University
International University for the Humanities and Development
IUCPSS
MOHCAM
CAEI
United Nations Information Centre
ACCWS
IICA
Global News Pakistan
The Diplomatic Insight