SIGA’s Annual Compendium
The SIGA Annual Compendium is a flagship publication that curates the most impactful research, strategic essays and thought leadership produced or hosted by the SIGA Centre each year. It reflects SIGA’s commitment to fusing Indic civilizational wisdom with modern geopolitical realities, particularly across the Indo-Pacific region.
What It Includes:
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Peer-reviewed research papers and policy briefs
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Original essays from defence scholars, diplomats, and strategic thinkers
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Key insights from SIGA dialogues, summits, and workshops
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Year-in-review analysis on cognitive warfare, maritime strategy, India-Australia ties, and more
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Highlights from SIGA Fellows and contributors
Purpose:
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Shape public and institutional understanding of security and diplomacy
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Provide governments, militaries, and scholars with wisdom-rich, actionable analysis
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Build SIGA’s authority as a leading voice in Indo-Pacific strategic discourse
We invite scholars, PhD holders, and strategic practitioners to contribute original, well-researched articles and papers that explore the intersection of Indian philosophical thought and modern geopolitical challenges.
📚 Suggested Research Themes
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Cognitive and Narrative Warfare in the Indo-Pacific
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Kautilyan Statecraft and Modern Geopolitical Strategy
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Strategic Autonomy and Non-Alignment 2.0
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India–Australia Defence Cooperation Beyond the Quad
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Ethics of War and Peace: A Dharmic Perspective
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Maritime Security and Blue Economy Geopolitics
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Cyber Sovereignty and Strategic Technology
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Civilizational Strategy in Foreign Policy Design
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Conflict Transformation Through Indic Lenses
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Militarisation of Space
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Space Security & Strategy
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Mining on the Moon & Moon Diplomacy
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Impact of Trump's decisions on Global Security
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China's Role in Future of the Indo-Pacific
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Indo-Pacific Islands and Ironies
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Future of India's Defence
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Any other Topic of Your Choice - Please email us "introduction/abstract" and get approval before progressing.
LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION: 1st OCTOBER 2025
Research Paper Submission
Guidelines
Format:
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Length: 3,000–6,000 words
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Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
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Spacing: 1.5 lines
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File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF
Structure:
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Title
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Abstract (150–250 words)
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Keywords (4–6)
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Main Body with in-text citations (APA 7th edition style)
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Conclusion
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References (APA 7th edition style)
Submission Process:
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Email: Submit your manuscript to submissions@sigacentre.org
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Subject Line: “Research Submission – [Your Name]”
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Attachments: Include your manuscript and a brief bio (100 words)
Review Process
All submissions undergo a double-masked peer review to ensure academic integrity and relevance. Accepted papers will be published on our website and may be featured in SIGA’s annual compendium.
Call for Research Paper
Submissions
Articles Publication
At SIGA, we publish thought-provoking, well-researched articles that blend deep strategic insight with timeless Indian wisdom to address the evolving challenges of the Indo-Pacific and worldwide. We invite scholars, PhD holders, and defence practitioners to contribute original writings that inform policy, challenge dominant narratives, and inspire conscious leadership.
Submit Your Work On Topics Such As:
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Cognitive Warfare & Strategic Influence
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Indian Grand Strategy: Kautilya to the Quad
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Maritime Security & Indo-Pacific Power Dynamics
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Dharma & Ethics in National Security
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Strategic Culture of Civilisations
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Techno-Strategic Sovereignty & Cyber Geopolitics
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Multipolarity, Non-Alignment, and India's Foreign Policy
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Future of Conflict: AI, Information, and Consciousness
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Any other topic from current affairs or your choice
Ready to contribute? With your brief bio & a picture, send your original articles to: submissions@sigacentre.org
Let your ideas shape strategy. Let your voice lead the narrative.
Researching Tomorrow, Rooted in Timeless Wisdom
SIGA invites scholars, PhD holders, and strategic practitioners to contribute original, well-researched articles and research papers that explore the intersection of geostrategy, Indian wisdom, security, and diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific. We welcome voices that challenge conventional frameworks and offer new paradigms for a complex, evolving region.
