Definition of position paper in English English dictionary
An essay or report which expresses a position, conclusion, or recommendation concerning a contested issue or undecided question and which usually contains arguments or reasons in support of this position
The first chapter is a position paper on explanation in the social sciences, a plea for mechanisms as opposed to law-like principles.
a memorandum summarizing the items of an agreement (used especially in diplomatic communications)
A position paper is a detailed report which usually explains or recommends a particular course of action. a written statement that shows how a department, organization etc intends to deal with something