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Neutrality Studies
An international research institute for the study of neutrality as a concept in international relations, sociology, international law, diplomacy, political science, security, and history.
About
What We Do
The Neutrality Studies Institute is an international academic research project dedicated to:
- The study of neutrality and nonalignment in international affairs.
- The research of current affairs for an adequate depiction of contemporary international relations.
- The study of peace making and peace retention.
We examine neutrality not just as a foreign policy stance but as a concept with deep roots in international law, diplomatic history, political theory, and security studies.
The institute organizes conferences, workshops, and publications to advance scholarly understanding of neutrality. We also produce accessible video interviews, lectures, and written analysis for broader public audiences, available on YouTube and Substack.
Our work takes seriously the view that neutral and nonaligned states offer an important alternative to great-power rivalry — and that the scholarly study of neutrality has significant policy relevance in an era of renewed geopolitical competition.
YouTube Channel
Welcome to Neutrality Studies, a channel dedicated to peace and world affairs. My name is Pascal Lottaz, I'm an Associate Professor at Kyoto University (Japan) where I research neutrality in international relations.
I'm not a journalist but because I find MSM full of problematic spin, I try to get more clarity about what's going on myself. I'm doing so mostly by talking to smart people who know more than me, and by comparing their different insights. Hence, you find a lot of interviews on my channel—besides a couple of "analysis" videos which are my own take at things.
Disclaimer: sometimes people complain that my views are not "neutral" at all. Totally true! I never claimed to be neutral. I'm claiming to study neutrality. If anything, I am a "neutralist". I believe that more neutral countries in the world can help us to be less violent. When it comes to ongoing mass-violence, I have strong opinions.
📕 Articles by Neutrality Studies
Israel: A Danger to Jews and Non-Jews Alike?
Israel endangers Jews worldwide through its violent policies that provoke antisemitism while contradicting Jewish traditions.
Apr 3, 2026
Gulf Limbo: Between War and a Hard Place
Gulf monarchies hosting US bases used in attacks on Iran find themselves in a legal limbo between neutrality and belligerency.
Apr 3, 2026
Did the Iranians Capture America's Most Expensive Drone?
US officials are concerned Iran may have electronically captured their most expensive reconnaissance drone over the Strait of Hormuz, potentially gaining access to advanced military technology.
Apr 3, 2026
