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International Institute for Peace

The International Institute for Peace (IIP) is an international and non-governmental organisation (NGO and INGO), with consultative status at ECOSOC and UNESCO. The IIP pursues the objective of contributing to the maintenance and strengthening of peace through its research activities and as a platform to promote non-violent conflict resolution in different areas of the world and to a wide range of people.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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The UN and the Decline of Multilateralism
Feb 12
The UN and the Decline of Multilateralism

This public panel will discuss the UN’s evolving role under a new Secretary-General, the rise of alternative mechanisms such as the Board of Peace, and shifting approaches from the current US administration. Are these trends strengthening global peace and security, or fragmenting the UN’s Charter-mandated role? How can the UN maintain legitimacy as powerful states act unilaterally, and what does effective multilateral leadership look like when powerful states violate international law?

Lesung für Freiheit im Iran
Feb 24
Lesung für Freiheit im Iran

Die Plattform literatur*grenzenlos / PEN Austria und das Internationale Institut für den Frieden dazu entschlossen, mit einer künstlerischen Veranstaltung ihre Solidarität und ihr Mitgefühl mit den Menschen im Iran auszudrücken. Denn in der iranischen Geschichte haben Künstlerinnen und Künstler – DichterInnen, SchriftstellerInnen, MusikerInnen sowie Film- und Theaterschaffende – stets auf künstlerischem Weg auf Ungerechtigkeiten hingewiesen und für Freiheit eingestanden.

Discussing Belarus During "Interesting" Times: From Ukraine to China and Beyond
Feb 26
Discussing Belarus During "Interesting" Times: From Ukraine to China and Beyond

The discussion will explore the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on Belarus, analyzing both internal and foreign policy implications while highlighting the geopolitical and regional context. In addition, the panel will address Belarus-Ukraine relations in times of war, the dynamics of EU-Belarus relations, the growing influence of China and other global actors, and assess the current prospects for ‘regime change’.

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PODCAST PEACE MATTERS

EPISODE #38: Democratizing Security in Europe. Teresa Coratella and Tomasz Kowalik

In this episode of Peace Matters, we examine the growing challenges facing European security. As defence budgets rise, U.S. priorities shift, and crises stretch from Ukraine to the Arctic and beyond, security decisions are increasingly made under pressure—and often at a distance from public debate.

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PEACE BLOG

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The Price of Peace: US Strategy and DRC's Critical Minerals
The Price of Peace: US Strategy and DRC's Critical Minerals

Behind the promise of peace, a set of US-backed agreements reshape how the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s minerals, infrastructure, and political choices are tied to Washington’s strategic priorities.

EUROPA - ENDLICH LOS VON DEN USA?
EUROPA - ENDLICH LOS VON DEN USA?

Für mich waren die USA immer ein wichtiger aber anderseits schwieriger Partner Europas. Ich gehörte nie zu denen, die die USA als eine kulturlose Nation angesehen haben.

EUROPEAN DEFENSE AND THE EUROPEAN PUBLIC
EUROPEAN DEFENSE AND THE EUROPEAN PUBLIC

The efforts for an effective European defense has a long and contradictory history.

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DEMOCRATIZING EUROPEAN SECURITY AND DEFENSE: RETHINKING IT TOGETHER

Building on a dialogue series launched in Rome in December 2025, the “Democratizing European Security and Defense” conference held in 27 January 2026 brought together closed workshops and a public event to explore European security challenges, regional defense responses, and the societal foundations of resilience amid fractured alliances and internal polarization.

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30 YEARS AFTER DAYTON

The conference “30 YEARS AFTER DAYTON”, held on 2-3 December 2025 in Vienna, brought together policymakers, researchers, civil society actors, and young leaders to reflect on these issues. Building on the initiative “Young Generation for the New Western Balkans”, the conference combined closed workshops under the Chatham House Rule with two public panel discussions.

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Recent publications

This report summarizes a conference focused on narrowing the gap between European security decisionmakers and the public. Through closed workshops and a public event, participants examined key security threats and regional responses, emphasizing the need to move beyond military metrics to address the societal, economic, and political foundations of European defense.

This article assesses the current state of the conflict resolution efforts in Cyprus in light of the RoC’s EU presidency in the first half of 2026. It draws on information gathered from interviews with experts, government representatives, civil society leaders, and international stakeholders, as well as desk research of academic studies, policy publications, and relevant reports.

Marylia Hushcha, IIP Researcher & Project Manager

This report highlights the IIP’s key achievements in 2025. As we look ahead to 2026, the IIP remains committed to providing rigorous analysis and high-quality information, while sustaining the belief that peace is possible—even in challenging times.

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IIP VIENNA ON SOCIAL MEDIA

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