Our Research
Our Approach
Creating !nsights
Our research is driven by a commitment to addressing the critical challenges of our time. Through rigorous analysis, innovative thinking, and collaboration with global experts, our researchers provide insights and solutions that inform policy, shape public discourse, and inspire action. The research agenda of the lill Institute for Public Value covers a wide range of topics, from economic competitiveness, climate finance, and industrial policy to sustainability, public management, and global governance reform.
Our contributions to knowledge and practice are based on rigorous analysis, constructive dialogue, and a focus on outcomes that make a difference to people’s lives. Through strategic partnerships and multi-stakeholder engagement with international organisations, governments, public agencies, and financial institutions, our experts aim to bridge the gap between high-level policy discussions and practical implementation. Our goal is to build societies where policy leadership is based on innovation, continuous learning, and long-term impact.
Public Policy
We conduct research and analysis to address the complex challenges of public policy.
Public Administration
We provide research and strategy to address the evolving challenges of public administration.
Public Finance
We excel in providing analysis, strategy and implementation on public finance.
Our Experience
In the last 25+ years, our researchers have worked with governments, public financial institutions, and international organisations in 30+ countries – such as Afreximbank, the Asian Development Bank, the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Botswana Development Corporation, the Spanish Export Credit Agency CESCE, Etihad Credit Insurance in the United Arab Emirates, the European Commission, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment of Finland, the German Federal Ministry of Finance, the Islamic Development Bank Group, the Ministry of Finance of the Netherlands, NEXI in Japan, the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs, UK Export Finance, the United Nations, the World Bank Group, and as advisors in WTO disputes.
Our output and impact
Featured Research
The global order is undergoing a fundamental shift towards a ‘Neorealist Moment’, in which power politics has returned to the heart of international relations. Traditional multilateral frameworks are splintering into parallel systems aligned with geopolitical blocs. Economic and security policies are converging, and middle powers are confronted with uncomfortable choices regarding their alignment and autonomy. Our Policy Brief argues that middle powers cannot simply adapt to this environment; they must establish a collective presence by forming a ‘Third Pole’ coalition. Success requires pooling capabilities across four strategic pillars: Defence and Autonomy, Digital Sovereignty and Infrastructure, Social Cohesion, and Serving as a Beacon for ‘Third States’. This Policy Brief sets out high-level priorities for governments and international organisations to implement this strategy.
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Thought Leaders
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Years of Expertise
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Countries
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Research and Advisory Projects