Who we are
The Observatoire Janus is a think tank dedicated to studying and analyzing the dynamics of economic warfare.
Our purpose: understanding past events and analyzing current challenges to prepare for future ones.




Paysage classique, Leopold Rothaug, 1939
Janus aux portes solsticiales, Robert van Audenaerd, 1690
Why Janus ?
Janus is the Roman god of beginnings and endings. With his two faces, one looking to the past and the other to the future, he symbolizes choices, transitions, and passages.
His temple, open during times of war and closed during times of peace, reflects our vision: in this era of global economic warfare (as described by Bernard Ésambert), it is essential to understand the nature of conflicts in order to lay the foundation for future prosperity.
Our missions
Economique intelligence : Promoting knowledge and best practices in economic intelligence.
Sovereignty : Conducting strategic monitoring to safeguard and strengthen the economic freedom of nations and private actors in response to geopolitical challenges and global market fluctuations.
Diversity of perspectives : Highlighting the value of interdisciplinary approaches and fostering dialogue between private, public, Francophone, European, and global actors.
Networking : Leveraging French influence, the richness of the Francophonie, and Europe’s reach to build networks and facilitate transnational collaborations.




Le cardinal de Richelieu au siège de La Rochelle, Henri-Paul Motte, 1881
Le Serment des Horaces, Jacques-Louis David, 1785
Members
Our members : A dynamic group of young professionals with diverse backgrounds, including risk analysts, international relations experts, industrialists, influence specialists, and military personnel.
Our network : Spanning key sectors such as agri-food, defense, nuclear, and finance, our network brings together a community of professionals, journalists, entrepreneurs, and students.
Collaboration : We capitalize on the expertise of professionals from various economic sectors. Our goal is to facilitate knowledge transfer and the collective pursuit of operational solutions.