Baltic International Security Centre

Europe doesn't have a Baltic problem. It has a Baltic solution. BISC is a thinktank - and a do-tank— founded to counter caution, pessimism, and strategic defeatism. Too many influential voices in London, Berlin, Brussels, and Washington depict the Baltic region as vulnerable, exposed, poor and dependent. They are wrong. Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are not "tiny" or "vulnerable"(and we should stop calling them "ex-Soviet", too). They are among the most resilient, innovative, vigilant, strategically serious, and future-focused countries in the transatlantic alliance. They lead on defence spending, digital governance, Ukraine support, energy security, and strategic clarity — while much larger, richer and supposedly savvier countries dither and delay. Their understanding of Russia is grounded in past and present experience, not theory. BISC exists to bring Baltic perspectives and experience into the mainstream of the European security discussion. Founded by Edward Lucas, the London-based security expert and author, we fight lazy assumptions and expose flawed narratives. We use facts, research, advocacy and our convening power. to amplify Baltic expertise, insights and experience, shaping opinions and decisions. Our work combines: • Hard-hitting research and thought leadership • Strategic communications and crisis support • High-level convening across NATO and EU capitals • Engagement with journalists, investors, policymakers, and opinion-formers • Clear, coherent messaging that promotes Baltic strengths and dismantles myths Strategic confidence is a form of power. The Baltics are not Europe’s weak spot. They are, after Ukraine, its strongest and best-prepared front line. BISC explains their achievements — and the lessons for the rest of us. Video - https://youtu.be/QsfSTHvajZ8?si=NeYuoE6bsMX-yogb (You can follow us also on X/Twitter -@securebaltics)#baltics #bemorebaltic #lietuva #lithuania #latvija #latvia #eesti #estonia #europeansecurity