SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Policy Briefs · Analysis · Essays and Commentary · Journal Articles

London Dialogue publishes rigorous, accessible, and policy-relevant research on defence, strategic affairs, nuclear politics, and emerging technologies. We welcome submissions from academics, policy practitioners, military analysts, and independent researchers. All submissions are reviewed by the editorial team before acceptance. Submissions must be original and unpublished elsewhere.

  • Nuclear Politics
  • Advanced Technologies and Warfare
  • South Asian Security
  • Middle East Geopolitics
  • USA–China–Russia Strategic Competition
  • Maritime and Energy Security
  • Nuclear Safety and Security
  • Economics of Defence and Security

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    Publication Formats and Word Limits

    We aim to translate rigorous research into actionable policy recommendations and to ensure our work reaches and influences those with the capacity to act upon it.

     

    Policy Brief

    1,000 – 2,000 words

    Concise, evidence-based analysis with clear policy recommendations. Suitable for current developments and emerging issues.

    Analysis

    1,200 – 3,000 words

    In-depth examination of a strategic, political, or doctrinal question. Analytical in tone, marshalling evidence into a coherent argument.

    Essay / Commentary

    800 – 1,500 words

    Timely expert perspective on a policy debate, event, or trend. May adopt a clear position and argue it with evidence and authority.

    A London Dialogue Journal (peer-reviewed, 5,000–10,000 words) is available for extended scholarly contributions. Authors wishing to submit at this length should contact the editorial team in advance at [email protected].

    Style, Tone, and Language

    • Audience: Write for an informed but broad readership: policymakers, analysts, military professionals, and academics. Do not assume specialist knowledge; explain technical terms.
    • Tone: Authoritative, analytical, and evidence-based. Arguments must be supported by data, historical context, and credible sources.
    • Language: British English. Spell out acronyms on first use. Numbers one through nine should be written out; use numerals for 10 and above.
    • Headings: Use clear section headings to organise the body of the article. Keep the title concise and descriptive.

    – AI-generated content: Submissions must be the author’s original work. Submissions identified as substantially AI-generated will not be accepted for publication. AI can support you in organising ideas, structuring and proofreading, but its writing often lacks specificity and a distinct voice. One of LD’s strengths is the originality and expertise of our authors, so we encourage you to rely primarily on your own analysis and minimise AI‑generated text. LD uses multiple AI-detection tools and may reject submissions that appear overly dependent on AI.

    Citations

    Use inline hyperlinks in place of footnotes or endnotes. Link to the key term, verb, or adverb in the relevant sentence. Link to freely accessible sources wherever possible (government reports, think tank publications, news articles, institutional websites). Avoid linking to gated academic journals. Consistency is required throughout. All hyperlinks will be verified during editorial review.

    Article Structure

    • Title: Short, descriptive, and engaging. Should convey the central argument or finding.
    • Abstract: Two to three sentences summarising the key points (required for analysis and journal submissions).
    • Introduction: Hook the reader with a compelling argument or insight. Provide context and outline the article’s structure.
    • Body: Organised into sections with clear subheadings. Each section should address a specific aspect supported by evidence.
    • Conclusion: Summarise the key points, restate the significance of the argument, and offer policy recommendations or final insights.

    Submission Requirements

    • Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx). Include your name, institutional affiliation, and a short author biography of two to three sentences at the top of the document.
    • Images: Authors are welcome to include high-resolution, non-proprietary images, charts, or tables with captions and source attribution. The editorial team will source images where none are provided.

    – Social media: Please include any social media handles you would like tagged in the promotion of your article.

    – Conflicts of interest: Disclose any financial or professional conflicts of interest relevant to the submission.

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