The Austrian Institute for International Affairs –oiip is a politically independent and non-university research center. It was founded in 1978 on the initiative of the then Chancellor Bruno Kreisky. The Institute is a non-profit public institution overseen by an executive board of governors consisting of top political leaders. Since November 2007 the former Austrian chancellor Dr. Alfred Gusenbauer holds the position of president, Dr. Erhard Busek, former vice-chancellor, is vice-president.
The oiip was the first academic Institute in Austria to focus on globalization, European integration, comprehensive security, and the comparative study of international affairs. It has advised on public policy, conducted primary scientific research, supported the international academic exchange, and played a key role in hosting international conferences and as a venue for second track-diplomacy. Members of the Institute publish widely, are consulted by the government, and are regularly featured in the national media.
The institute has six basic areas of activity: Basic research, Applied research and scientific policy advice, Publications, Events, Promotion of young researchers, Networking.
Contact:
Austrian Institute for International Affairs - oiip
Operngasse 20B
1040 Vienna
Austria
Tel. +43/(1)/581 11 06
Fax +43/(1)/581 11 06-10
info@oiip.at
www.oiip.at
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