A free public service that provides a wide range of high-quality and comprehensive products and resources to encourage the exchange of information among international relations and security professionals worldwide. ISN's services include:

• News, current affairs, and in-depth analyses on global issues
• Research and publications from some of the world's leading research institutes
• A range of specialized information services for experts and general users
• Online learning materials, such as e-learning courses
• Dossiers that combine topic relevant information from all services
• Education activities, such as workshops, conferences, and seminars, using e-learning and conventional teaching methods
• A partner network of institutes and organizations with an interest in international relations and security from all sectors of society
• Specialized networks focusing on specific aspects of global security

Subject areas include:

• International Relations
• Security
• Defense
• Politics
• Conflict
• Peace
• Law
• International Organizations
• Terrorism
• Armaments
• Arms Control
• Human Security
• Human Rights
• Economics
• Finance Trade
• Development
• Energy
• Natural Resources
• Environment
• Society
• Transport
• Space
• Technology
• Media
• Communication
• Information
• Religion
• Culture
• Education