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Who We Are

Independent Research for a Complex World

Red Lantern Analytica is an international affairs observer group based out of New Delhi, India, researching notable international relations issues. We engage in driving discussions on critical issues and opportunities related to geopolitics.

Founded in 2021, RLA brings together researchers, policy analysts, academics, and practitioners to produce rigorous, independent, and evidence-based analysis on the world's most complex geopolitical challenges.

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Our Purpose

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

R Research — Generating credible, insightful, and analytical research on IR issues.
L Leadership — Leading discussions on International Relations and Geopolitics.
A Analysis — Demonstrating strong analytical skills to deeply analyse complex issues.

Our Vision

✦ To set up a globally recognized research organisation that banks on high-end research.
✦ To engage with democratic forces to push back against authoritarian regimes.
✦ To collaborate with like-minded individuals and institutions to lead geopolitical discussions.

What We Study

Research Focus Areas

Indo-Pacific

Regional security architecture, QUAD dynamics, maritime strategic competition

China Studies

PRC foreign policy, BRI, Xinjiang, Tibet, South China Sea

Strategic Affairs

Military balance, deterrence, power projection, defence policy

Security Studies

Conventional and non-conventional security threats

Diplomacy

Bilateral ties, multilateral forums, public diplomacy

Geopolitics

Territory, resources, borders, spheres of influence

Int'l Relations

IR theory, global governance, international order

Technology & AI

Tech geopolitics, AI policy, digital sovereignty, cyber

Partnerships

Institutional Partners

RLA collaborates with leading universities and think-tanks across India and the world.

Red Lantern Analytica has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with partner institutions including Galgotias University and engages actively with organizations such as the Greater West Asia Forum India (GWAFI). These collaborations strengthen our research, outreach, and impact.

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RESEARCH AREAS

Indo-PacificChina StudiesStrategic Affairs Security StudiesDiplomacyGeopolitics International RelationsNuclear IssuesWest Asia South AsiaCentral AsiaAfrica Studies Indo-PacificChina StudiesStrategic Affairs Security StudiesDiplomacyGeopolitics

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