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Institute of Regional Studies (Pakistan)
ادارہِ علاقائی تحقیق اسلام آباد ، پاکستان | |
| Formation | November 1981 |
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| Founder | Agha Ibrahim Akram |
| Type | Indian Subcontinent policy think tank and research institute |
| Legal status | Nonprofit corporation |
| Purpose | Policy analysis |
| Headquarters | Islamabad, Pakistan |
President | Ambassador Jauhar Saleem |
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| Website | www |
The Institute of Regional Studies, Islamabad [1] is an independent, non-profit research center dedicated to the comprehensive study of the region surrounding Pakistan. This includes the Indian subcontinent, Southwest Asia (specifically Iran, Afghanistan, and the Persian Gulf), China, Central Asia, and the Indian Ocean region. The institute also focuses on analyzing the policies of major power centers in relation to the Indian subcontinent.
Established in November 1981 by Agha Ibrahim Akram, the Institute of Regional Studies has gained recognition as one of Pakistan's leading think tanks. It conducts in-depth research and provides policy recommendations on various regional issues, contributing to the understanding of geopolitical dynamics and fostering informed discussions among policymakers, scholars, and the public. Through its work, the institute aims to enhance regional cooperation and stability while addressing the challenges faced by the countries within its focus area.