Clingendael (Netherlands Institute of International Relations)
The Netherlands Institute of International Relations, an independent think tank and diplomatic academy researching security, geopolitics and EU affairs, partly for the Dutch government.
At a glance
- Entity level
- Organisation
- Type
- Non-profit or think tank
- Also known as
- Netherlands Institute of International Relations
- Flagship output
- Geostrategisch Perspectief (Geostrategic Perspective) (latest: Geostrategisch Perspectief 2026 to 2040, January 2026)
- Category
- Strategic & country intelligence
- Also covers
- Systemic & global risk reports
- Tier
- Tier 2: Leading Dutch international-relations institute; recurring government-commissioned strategic foresight
- Headquarters
- The Hague, Netherlands
- Coverage
- Global security, geopolitics, EU, Russia/Ukraine, conflict, strategic foresight
- Public access
- Free
- Latest activity seen
- Jan 2026
- Evidence
- Verified
How it produces intelligence
Strategic foresight: trend analysis, horizon scanning, expert scenario sessions and serious gaming; e.g. eight scenarios on two axes to 2040.
Risk themes
Focus regions
Leadership
- Koen Aartsma, Senior Research Fellow; head of Strategic Foresight & Intelligence programme (lead author, Geostrategic Perspective)
Links
What it publishes
| Output | Type | Cadence | Latest edition | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geostrategisch Perspectief (Geostrategic Perspective) | Annual outlook | Annual | Geostrategisch Perspectief 2026 to 2040 | Jan 2026 | Read report |
| Clingendael Strategic Monitor | Annual outlook | Annual | Strategische Monitor 2025 to 2030 | 2025 | Visit site |
| Clingendael Alerts | Other | Irregular | Visit site |
Latest findings
Recent public risk calls by Clingendael (Netherlands Institute of International Relations), summarised in our own words. They are its views, not 311's. Follow each source for the original.
Treats multipolarity as an open uncertainty rather than a given; how far middle powers cooperate is the other key unknown to 2040.
Jan 2026 · Horizon: to 2040 · Source: Geostrategisch Perspectief 2026 to 2040Identifies seven driving trends, including fragmentation of the world economy and finance, pressure on legal orders, and intensifying hybrid conflict.
Jan 2026 · Horizon: to 2040 · Source: Geostrategisch Perspectief 2026 to 2040Argues NATO and EU membership do not shield the Netherlands from power politics; its open economy and pension funds are highly exposed to economic fragmentation.
Jan 2026 · Horizon: to 2040 · Source: Geostrategisch Perspectief 2026 to 2040Hedging and multi-alignment are becoming core tools for middle powers; being strategically indispensable is efficient but fragile.
Jan 2026 · Horizon: to 2040 · Source: Geostrategisch Perspectief 2026 to 2040
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Questions about Clingendael (Netherlands Institute of International Relations)
What is Clingendael (Netherlands Institute of International Relations)?
The Netherlands Institute of International Relations, an independent think tank and diplomatic academy researching security, geopolitics and EU affairs, partly for the Dutch government.
How does Clingendael (Netherlands Institute of International Relations) produce its intelligence?
Strategic foresight: trend analysis, horizon scanning, expert scenario sessions and serious gaming; e.g. eight scenarios on two axes to 2040.
Where is Clingendael (Netherlands Institute of International Relations) based?
Clingendael (Netherlands Institute of International Relations) is based in The Hague, Netherlands.
What does Clingendael (Netherlands Institute of International Relations) cover?
Its work covers geopolitics, conflict & security, governance & fragility, financial stability, climate & environment, with a focus on Global, Europe.
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