Research Sectors & Programs

RESEARCH SECTORS & PROGRAMS

The Research Programs at the Centre for Research, Policy Development, Peace & Strategic Studies are designed to address the most pressing challenges facing Pakistan today. By conducting high-quality research, fostering collaboration, and disseminating knowledge,

Centre for Research, Policy Development, Peace & Strategic Studies aims to make a meaningful impact on public policy and socio-economic development. We invite researchers, policymakers, and the broader community to engage with our research programs and contribute to our mission of informed and effective policymaking.

 

Hand in Hand – Rewriting Baluchistan’s Story, Nothing About Us Without Us

Balochistan Co-Creation Dialogues (BCCD) is a groundbreaking, multi-stakeholder dialogue platform initiated by the Centre for Research, Policy Development, Peace & Strategic Studies (CRPDPSS).

“Designing governance structures from the ground up”

Core Philosophy:

A hands-on, solutions-driven program that trains leaders to design, rebuild, and reimagine governance systems with community participation, innovation, and equity at their core.

"How Stories Fuel Conflict—And How They Can Heal It"

A research and action program that analyzes, deconstructs, and rewrites narratives in conflict zones because the stories we tell can start wars or build peace.

"Planning Today for Generations Tomorrow"

Core Philosophy:

A radical rethinking of development that transcends political cycles and quarterly profits, focusing on intergenerational equity, systemic resilience, and catalytic investments that compound over a century.

"Coding Ethical Futures for Public Technology"

To develop adaptive, human-centric policy frameworks for governments navigating AI, drones, space tech, and other dual-use innovations where advancement and risk collide.

"Measuring Harmony, Guiding Progress"

 Program Vision:

A data-driven initiative to quantify peace, track conflict trends, and inform policy through rigorous research, community engagement, and real-time monitoring of Pakistan’s social cohesion.

"Anticipating Tomorrow’s Challenges, Shaping Today’s Decisions"

Program Vision:

A high-level, action-oriented think tank that brings together military strategists, policymakers, tech innovators, and geopolitical analysts to game future scenarios, identify emerging threats, and craft proactive strategies for Pakistan’s long-term security and prosperity.

"Redesigning Democracy for the 21st Century"

Mission:

A radical experimentation hub that prototypes, tests, and scales next-generation governance models—combining technology, behavioral science, and participatory design to make governments more effective, transparent, and trusted.

"Training the Next Generation of Pakistan’s Strategic Thinkers"

Mission:

To identify and mentor Pakistan’s brightest young minds (18-30 years) in geopolitics, defense policy, economic statecraft, and emerging technologies, creating a pipeline of future-ready strategists for government, military, think tanks, and diplomacy.