position paper

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of position paper¹

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

This time around, Trian spent months pounding Disney with position papers and pointed critiques over financial struggles and questionable calls, such as Disney’s 2019 acquisition of much of Rupert Murdoch’s 21st Century Fox entertainment assets.

From Los Angeles Times

Emails show its staff in regular contact with formula makers and their industry groups through meetings, calls and position papers — which the industry used to hammer its objections to regulations around the world.

From Salon

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

From Seattle Times

Yet the authority of the esteemed doctors group and its position paper helped cement an alternative cause of death that defense attorneys for police argued in court.

From Scientific American