Ethics and Funding

The Council on Geostrategy’s research and funding are guided by our statements:

In harmony with our vision and mission, the Council on Geostrategy’s researchers and Adjunct and Honorary fellows are free to generate their own ideas, concepts and theories without interference. In particular, we maintain strict autonomy in relation to sponsored projects; donors and clients are contractually asked to acknowledge and accept our intellectual independence before any project is initiated. Except where otherwise indicated, the views expressed in our publications are the sole responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of our Advisory Board or the views of our donors and/or sponsors. All research undertaken by us goes through a rigorous peer review process, involving both internal and external peer reviewers.

We do not accept funding from individuals, companies, institutions or governments we consider to be hostile to the United Kingdom or other nations committed to a free and open international order.

Reasonable requests for anonymity and confidentiality from sponsors are considered as long as both principles are preserved. The Council, a Company Limited by Guarantee, provides financial information to Companies House in compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.

Diverse funding sources is a priority for the organisation. This ensures financial independence and avoids overreliance. We are committed to financial transparency. Please see the most recent financial information here:

We receive additional funding through UK-based donations. In 2025, the fees from these donations amounted to less than £34,999.
We receive additional funding from individuals through our individual membership scheme. In 2025, the fees from these memberships amounted to less than £9,999.
We receive additional funding through our online platforms subscriptions. In 2025, the fees from these subscriptions amounted to less than £9,999.

Please see information from previous years here: