Who is The Geopolitical Desk for?
The Geopolitical Desk (GPD) is a next-generation geopolitical intelligence and media platform built for a world where power, perception and policy increasingly exist and move through the same information channels.
Our work is designed for diplomats, business leaders, policymakers, researchers and risk professionals who need trusted insight into politically complex environments.
We work with clients in energy, government, finance, humanitarian aid and international security.
If you're a casual reader, we offer a free newsletter and a selection of articles that are completely free to read with sharp, field-informed insights into some of the most important geopolitical issues of our times.
How is your reporting different?
We prioritize local knowledge and field-based expertise. All our reporting is built on firsthand access and human intelligence, for an audience of intelligent humans.
We are not an open-source data aggregator, an automated AI newsletter or a home for recycled headlines. Unlike aggregators or opinion outlets, our briefings are built on direct access to local actors and deep contextual knowledge.
Our editorial team brings together local and international experts with deep experience in conflict-affected and politically sensitive contexts.
Every briefing or article we share is built on 40+ hours of primary research each week conducted by a team that spans cities like Washington D.C., London, Paris, Dubai, Barcelona, Algiers, Damascus, Tripoli and Tunis.
You can find out more about our organisational structure and our methodology here.
What’s the difference between the Free and Intelligence plans?
The Free plan includes GPD’s flagship weekly newsletter and a selection of free articles. The Intelligence plan provides full access to all website articles, deep dives and time-sensitive analysis published on GPD.
How do I sign in?
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Can I use a username and password instead?
Currently, we only use secure login links tied to your email address. This is more secure than traditional passwords, and we never store your login credentials.
Can I unsubscribe from the free newsletters?
Yes. You can unsubscribe anytime using the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email we send you.
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Do you offer custom research or private briefings?
Yes. Our team regularly produces country profiles, sector deep dives and investor briefings. Some are available instantly, while others are custom-built.
Get in touch to discuss your reporting needs.
What if the country or region I want isn’t covered yet?
We are actively expanding our coverage across emerging and frontier markets, especially in the Middle East, North Africa, the Sahel and Central Africa.
If you're looking for a country we don’t yet offer, get in touch: we may be able to activate early access or provide a tailored solution.
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Yes. All plans auto-renew by default at the full monthly or annual rate (minus any applicable discounts). You’ll receive a reminder before your paid subscription renews.
You can cancel or switch plans anytime from your account settings.
Can I switch between monthly and annual subscriptions?
Yes. Upgrading from monthly to annual starts your annual access immediately (any unused days from the monthly cycle are forfeited). If you're switching from annual to monthly, your plan will renew monthly after your current annual period ends.
Do you offer group or institutional subscriptions?
Yes. We work with energy companies, government agencies, corporations, INGOs and multilateral organizations. To set up group access or enterprise licensing, please contact us.
Can I give a GPD subscription as a gift?
Not yet — but we’re working on it. For now, please contact us if you'd like to arrange access for someone else.
Do you offer discounts?
Yes, we offer discounted pricing for qualifying organisations, including universities, local NGOs, reporters, and more. Please contact us to request a discount.
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