Center for Research and Security Studies

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Center for Research and Security Studies
Formation2007
Founder Imtiaz Gul
Type Think tank
HeadquartersAli Plaza, F-8 Markaz F 8 Markaz F-8, Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan
Website crss.pk

The Center for Research and Security Studies (CRSS) is a Pakistani, Islamabad-based independent non-profit think tank [1] founded by civil society activists to conduct research and advocacy on democratic governance, regional peace and security, human rights, and counter-radicalization. [2] [3] [4] The CRSS specializes in communication to impart information to people in conflict- and disaster-hit areas. [5] [6] [7]

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History

CRSS was founded in 2007 by journalist and writer Imtiaz Gul. [8]

Publications

Center for Research and Security Studies (CRSS) is recognized for its influential publications, including the NAP Tracker and the Annual Security Report. The NAP Tracker audits the Government of Pakistan's counter-terrorism National Action Plan, while the Annual Security Report assesses violence-related casualties nationwide. Committed to enhancing understanding, CRSS produces insightful analyses and policy recommendations, with notable works such as “CPEC: An Explainer” and “A Critical Review of Taliban Rule: August 2021 – December 2023.” For additional insights, the CRSS Blog and the Afghan Studies Center website provide valuable resources for informed discussion on regional issues. [9]

References

  1. "Track-II dialogue calls upon Pakistan, Afghanistan to continue engagement". Daily Times. 18 December 2017. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  2. "Beyond Boundaries calls for extension of Afghan refugees stay in Pakistan". Daily Times. 30 December 2017. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  3. "In first quarter of 2018: 52% decline in violent fatalities". The Express Tribune. 12 April 2018. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  4. "'Madressah registration, reform can mitigate most negative consequences,' says report". DAWN.COM. 31 January 2018. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  5. "Army called in to restore peace after cop martyred, over 200 hurt in Islamabad clashes - Pakistan". The News International. 25 November 2017. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  6. "Indian diplomat arrested on charges of spying for Pakistan". Los Angeles Times . 27 April 2010. Retrieved 5 December 2012.
  7. "newsbrief". The Nation. 20 April 2018. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  8. Pakistan: Before and After Osama, International Centre for Counter-Terrorism - The Hague. Retrieved 2016-01-05.
  9. "About CRSS | CRSS". Archived from the original on 7 October 2025. Retrieved 7 October 2025.