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Code of Conduct and Quality Commitment

I. Code of Conduct

Legality and Compliance

ESF complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards in the jurisdictions where we operate. We conduct our activities in accordance with recognized principles of responsible business conduct.

Labour and Human Rights

We respect internationally recognized human rights, including the principles outlined in the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the ILO core conventions.
We prohibit forced labour, child labour, discrimination, and harassment. We support fair treatment, equal opportunity, and respect in the workplace.

Health and Safety

We strive to provide a safe and healthy working environment and comply with applicable health and safety regulations. We encourage open communication and continuous improvement in workplace wellbeing.

Environmental Responsibility

ESF seeks to minimize its environmental footprint and promote responsible use of resources. Where possible, we favour sustainable practices in our operations, travel, and procurement.

Anti-Corruption and Ethical Business Practices

ESF maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, bribery, extortion, and money laundering.
We conduct our activities transparently and ethically and expect the same from our partners and suppliers.

Data Protection and Confidentiality

We safeguard confidential and sensitive information entrusted to us by clients, partners, and stakeholders. We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where relevant.

Monitoring and Enforcement

Compliance with this Code is the responsibility of all ESF personnel. Management oversees adherence to these principles as an integral part of ESF’s operations and professional conduct.

Our Quality Commitment

At the Economic Security Forum, we advance original thought, foster creative innovation, and deliver meaningful impact to strengthen strategic competitiveness in an era of geoeconomic competition.

Thought Leadership – Shaping the Geoeconomic Agenda

We aim to contribute to the global understanding of geoeconomics through rigorous analysis, original research, and forward-looking ideas. Our work seeks to inform policymakers, business leaders, and investors navigating an increasingly strategic global economy.

Creativity – Innovating Frontier Solutions

We believe innovation requires experimentation. ESF develops new analytical frameworks, products, and platforms that help organizations understand and respond to geoeconomic risks and opportunities. 

Impact – Driving Strategic Change

Our mission is to strengthen resilient and democracy-compatible economic systems. We work with governments, companies, and strategic stakeholders to support informed decision-making and long-term strategic competitiveness.