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Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies

Welcome to FSI
Stanford’s home for nonpartisan, interdisciplinary research, teaching, and policy impact in international affairs.

Day of Giving, May 13-14

Please mark your calendars for Stanford Day of Giving, May 13-14, a 36-hour fundraising opportunity. Beginning at 5 a.m. (PT) on May 13, thanks to funds generously provided by the university, up to $5,000 of your gift per designation will be matched dollar for dollar, or if you give jointly, up to $10,000, until 5 p.m. (PT) on May 14 (or until matching funds run out). Give early to best ensure that you double your impact!

We welcome donations to any of our centers and programs, with special consideration for the Ford Dorsey Master’s in International Policy and the general FSI gift fund. Learn more.

Upcoming Events

Wed May 13
12:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Matthew Levitt — The Middle East after the Iran War
Wed May 13
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
2026 Global Affiliates Research Presentations - Session 2 of 2
Wed May 13
04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Chang-Tai Hsieh | The Risks of Taiwan's Economic Boom

New Publications

The $36 Billion Question: The Economic and Humanitarian Consequences of Extending Russia’s Oil Waivers 

Author(s)
  • Ruth Gibson,
  • Professor Francisco Rodriguez,
  • Zhenya Farrington,
  • Dr. Benjamin Schmitt,
  • Katya Pavlevych
The $36 Billion Question: The Economic and Humanitarian Consequences of Extending Russia’s Oil Waivers 
Reports
May 2026

Greening the Grid by Opening Up: Energy Sector Reforms in Uzbekistan

Author(s)
Greening the Grid by Opening Up: Energy Sector Reforms in Uzbekistan
Case Studies
May 2026

The Capture of Turkey’s Universities Under the AKP

Author(s)
The Capture of Turkey’s Universities Under the AKP
Journal Articles
May 2026
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Research
FSI is a hub for Stanford scholars who want to work across disciplines on research that has international impact. Our topics include governance, security, global health, energy and international development.
Research Research
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Teaching
Our faculty teach more than 80 classes a year, and mentor students through guided research. FSI is also home to the Ford Dorsey Master's in International Policy, a two-year master's degree.
Teaching Teaching
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Policy
Our work provides context for decision-making in Washington, Geneva, Beijing and beyond. FSI's International Policy Lab helps ensure that our faculty's research has real-world impact.
Policy Policy

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