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Independent research institute · Est. 2026

Clear analysis for decisions that cannot afford ambiguity.

The Intelligence and Consulting Union produces independent, evidence-based research on security, governance, and economic policy — written for the people who have to act on it.

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      About the Union

      Who we are

      The Intelligence and Consulting Union is an independent, non-partisan research institute. We bring together analysts, former practitioners, and academics to examine questions of security, governance, and economic policy.

      We are not affiliated with any government, party, or commercial interest. Our work is funded transparently and published openly.

      What we do

      We publish analysis, policy briefs, and long-form research. We also provide confidential advisory work for public institutions, on the strict condition that it never conflicts with the independence of our published research.

      How we work

      • IndependenceNo publication is reviewed, approved, or funded by an interested party.
      • EvidenceEvery claim is sourced. Where evidence is thin, we say so plainly.
      • ClarityWe write for decision-makers, not for other researchers. Short words, short sentences, clear conclusions.
      • AccountabilityPublications are never silently edited. Corrections are logged and dated.

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      For research inquiries, press requests, or advisory engagements, reach us through the channels below. We respond to all serious correspondence within five working days.

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