United Nations University Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies (UNU-CRIS)

Overview:

UNU-CRIS is a research and training institute of the United Nations University (UNU). UNU is a global network of institutes and programs dedicated to research and capacity development, supporting the UN's universal goals. UNU-CRIS focuses on studying global cooperation and regional integration processes and their implications. It serves as a resource for the UN system, particularly for bodies dealing with regional integration, and collaborates with global institutions and initiatives concerned with integration and public goods provision.

Academic Programs:

UNU-CRIS offers several academic programs, including:

School of Modern Diplomacy:

This program provides training in diplomacy, international relations, and regional integration.

Doctoral School on Latin America, European and Comparative Regionalism:

This program focuses on regional integration in Latin America, Europe, and comparative perspectives.

Doctoral School on Asian and Comparative Regionalism:

This program focuses on regional integration in Asia and comparative perspectives.

Other:

UNU-CRIS is located in Bruges, Belgium, and is a part of the UNU network. It is known for its research on regional integration and its publications on the topic.