Publications

This paper evaluates German memory in the year of the double anniversary of 1949 and 1989 and analyzes its influence on the collective identity of the German people. The author argues that the essenti...chevron_right

This paper analyzes political and economic developments in Belarus with focus on the Belarusian leadership’s policies in particular. Specifically, it examines the balance of power within the ruling el...chevron_right

This paper analyzes the geopolitical processes in Central Asia. It examines the global political developments and their impact on the regional situation by looking at Russia’s economic policy toward t...chevron_right

This paper examines Germany's vision and policy toward NATO. It argues that in the longer term, Germany would like NATO to become a primarily political alliance tasked with analyzing global threats. I...chevron_right

This paper examines Russia's foreign policy with regard to Iran. The author argues that Russia treats cooperation with Iran - on energy and military issues - as one of the measures to stabilize the si...chevron_right

This paper examines the economic policy of Germany in the environmental context. First it describes the governments stands on environmental protection policy including international lobbying and cons...chevron_right

This paper examines the social and economic problems of Tajikistan. Specifically, it considers the deterioration of the social and economic situation. It also considers the anti-crises activities of T...chevron_right

This paper analyzes the German political developments before the 2009 elections. It considers the internal affairs of the strongest political parties of the country including their relations between ...chevron_right

This paper examines the relations between the Russian Orthodox Church and the state in the context of the election of the new patriarch. It considers the material and spiritual potential of the Orthod...chevron_right

This paper examines the achievements of Slovakia’s economy. First, it discusses the country’s economic policy, foreign investments and the adoption of the euro. Further, it considers the impact of the...chevron_right

This paper discusses the economic situation in Transnistria and the possibilities to resolve the Transnistrian conflict. First, it considers the history of the conflict between the Republic of Moldov...chevron_right

This paper discusses the prospects of US-Russia relations. First, it considers Russia’s expectations and objectives including strategic balance in the nuclear sphere. Further, it considers the US posi...chevron_right

This paper discusses Ukrainian foreign and domestic policy in the context of the catastrophic famine of 1932–1933. It first considers historical policy and aspects of building a national identity. Fur...chevron_right

This paper considers German engagement in Afghanistan. Specifically, it discusses German foreign policy and its relations with NATO along with domestic pressure. The author examines the limitations on...chevron_right

This paper argues that the global financial crisis, which is increasingly affecting Russia, offers the Russian ruling group an opportunity to continue the economic policy pursued during the eight year...chevron_right