Stockholm Institute of Transition Economics / Östekonomiska Institutet (SITE)

Stockholm Institute of Transition Economics (SITE) is a renowned research and policy center specializing in transition and development economics, with a core focus on Central & Eastern Europe. Founded in 1989, SITE acts as a crucial intermediary between the academic community and policymakers. The organization aims to facilitate communication and exchange of ideas by regularly conducting policy-oriented conferences and seminars. Through these events, SITE provides a platform for policy makers, scholars, and representatives of major international financial institutions to present new findings and political initiatives to a diverse audience including the Swedish government, private businesses, media, academics, and members of the international diplomatic circle in Stockholm. SITE operates in the education industry and plays a pivotal role in addressing economic transition and development challenges in low- and middle-income countries, primarily focusing on the former Soviet Union and Central and Eastern Europe.