The Saudi Ministry of Defense (MoD) launched the Defense Strategic Studies and Research Center (DSSRC) in 2023, tasked with leading and guiding research in defense policies and strategies.
The Center’s CEO Major General (Maj.-Gen.) Fahd Al-Otaibi is responsible for overseeing its day-to-day operations.
The following In-depth report explores the Center’s structure, leadership, mission, and strategic impact. Unlock the report for detailed insights on:
- Why the DSSRC was created and how it fits into Saudi Arabia’s defense transformation
- The Center’s products and outputs
- The leadership vision of Maj.-Gen. Al-Otaibi and his institutional influence
- The Center’s expanding network of domestic and international partners
- Key programs in AI, cyber defense, wargaming, and regional security analysis
The report concludes with analytical reflections on the DSSRC’s future trajectory and the challenges it must overcome to become a central pillar of Saudi defense strategy.
