Strategic thinking for a complex world

At the University of Exeter's Strategy and Security Institute (SSI), we tackle the hardest questions in international security and strategic decision-making.  We bring together leading academics, policymakers, and practitioners to bridge cutting-edge research with real-world insight.  Our goal: to shape strategy that responds to today’s global challenges. 

On paper, strategy is simple: aligning ends with means. In practice, it’s far more difficult. History is full of examples where misjudgement, ambition, and uncertainty have derailed even the most carefully planned strategies.  The modern landscape is just as complex. From war and political instability to cyber threats, climate crises, and mass migration — today’s security challenges demand critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptive leadership. 

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