Our Story
Diplomatic Compass was born out of the need for faster, sharper and more inclusive ways to understand international power politics. We believe strategy should not be reserved for the few, and that clarity is a form of access.
Who We Are
Diplomatic Compass is an independent strategic platform based in Brussels. It delivers policy-relevant insight on NATO affairs, European and transatlantic security, and the Southern Neighbourhood, from the Mediterranean to the Gulf, connecting the dots between Brussels, Washington and the regions most affected.
What We Do
- The Diplomatic Compass Review: our flagship publication offering independent perspectives on NATO, defence and security, with eleven issues published since December 2025.
- Analysis & Policy Briefs: in-depth articles and briefs for decision-makers, analysts and policy professionals.
- Consulting: strategic advice and tailored briefings for institutions, governments and organisations.
- Diplomatic Compass Press: editing, peer reviewing and publishing support for books and research.
What We Cover
- NATO: strategy and defence, cooperative security and Southern Neighbourhood partnerships
- EU: foreign and security policy, diplomacy, and engagement with the Southern Neighbourhood and the Gulf
- Geopolitical competition and global alignment
- Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI)
- Women, Peace and Security (WPS)
- Counter-terrorism (CT)
Our Audience
Politicians, diplomats, analysts, journalists and policy watchers in Brussels and beyond, as well as young professionals and regional audiences seeking clarity on how global decisions echo in local realities.
Multilingual Vision
English is our primary working language, with content in French, Dutch and Arabic to broaden access and impact, from Washington and Brussels across the Mediterranean to the Gulf.
Founder
Hafsa M. Temsamani, PhD
NATO & Transatlantic Affairs Expert · Middle East, North Africa & Gulf Defence and Security Analyst · Founder of Diplomatic Compass, Brussels.
Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed on Diplomatic Compass are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily express the official policy or position of any government, organisation or institution. Assumptions made in the analyses are not reflective of the position of any entity other than the author(s). Diplomatic Compass is not to be held responsible for the misuse, reuse or citation of its content by others.
