We are an institute rooted in European academic and strategic traditions, with a focus on Europe but independent from the institutions of Brussels. While we support the European Union, we are not bound by its institutional frameworks. Our mission is to contribute to Europe’s intellectual and strategic sovereignty, independent of political narratives.

Inspired by the pragmatic approach of Otto von Bismarck — but not bound by his time or ideology — we combine historical insight, cultural context, and geopolitical analysis to equip decision-makers with the tools necessary for the European continent to thrive in a world of power politics and systemic competition.