position paper

American  

noun

1. a formal, usually detailed written statement, especially regarding a single issue, that articulates a position, viewpoint, or policy, as of a government, organization, or political candidate.

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Etymology

Origin of position paper

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

In their recently published position paper, they set out the steps that they believe have to be tackled as a priority in the short term.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2024

The EU’s three largest economies pushed back with a position paper advocating for self-regulation.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 3, 2023

"Understanding our individual risk factors and how to manage them is key to maintaining a healthy blood pressure and this position paper provides detailed recommendations on how that can be achieved."

From BBC • Sep. 15, 2023

In a position paper, the organization wrote that a mantra in its field is “time is brain,” meaning that brain tissue dies quickly when blood flow is stopped.

From New York Times • May 4, 2023

Ambassador Zhang Jun told reporters on Tuesday that China would release a "position paper" on Ukraine likely within days that "will be mainly reflecting the consistent positions of China on this issue."

From Reuters • Feb. 22, 2023