Publications

This paper discusses the challenges facing president of Tajikistan Emomali Rohmon's regime following his reelection to office in November 2013. The authors argue that these challenges include tackling...chevron_right

This paper advocates for the development of closer relations between Pakistan and Russia. After showing that Russia lacks a cohesive South Asia strategy, the author discusses the security threats Paki...chevron_right

This paper discusses the tensions that exist between North and South Korea as well as what Russia could do to engage with Pyongyang to alleviate then. In particular, it reviews the origins of the cris...chevron_right

This book presents a series of essays focusing on the major trends and developments in Russian politics and society between 2011 and 2014. Among other issues, the topics covered in the book include 1)...chevron_right

This paper examines Russian efforts to recapture its clout in the Middle East. The author explains that international criticism regarding Moscow’s mediation role in the Syria crisis as well as the top...chevron_right

This paper examines the development and expansion of Russia’s policies and presence in the Pacific. It argues that, with no continuous external threats of losing its territories in the pacific in the ...chevron_right

This paper discusses the shifting EU-Russia relationship within Russia's changing political landscape. It argues that Russia is entering a period of domestic uncertainty and is no longer drawing close...chevron_right

This paper looks at the 'Great Triangle' of the Asia-Pacific region formed by the United States, Russia, and China. The strategic arsenals and military programs of the two traditional superpowers and ...chevron_right

Russia’s ‘even-handed’ approach to the Syrian crisis has damaged its relations with the West and the Arab World, or so Dmitri Trenin believes. Moscow needs to work with Washington and a host of other nations to facilitate a negotiated settlement of the conflict.chevron_right

This book reflects on Russia’s current trajectory, its relations with the West, Western perceptions of Russian civilization, modern authoritarianism, and the use of foreign policy for the preservation...chevron_right

This volume addresses the failure of negotiations over missile defense between the United States and Russia in 2010-2011. It investigates the causes of this failure and identifies ways future diaalogu...chevron_right

In this paper the author argues that Russia is at a turning point in which it can exit the political system of elite personalized power that has existed since the Tsarist era. She identifies what is n...chevron_right

This paper explores Russia-Japan relations in connection to the dispute over the South Kuril Islands. Russia administers the four islands, but Japan claims them as its own. The authors suggest that a ...chevron_right

This paper argues that the situation in Central Asia is largely determined by Uzbekistan’s domestic situation. It is from the position of regional leader that Tashkent is trying to conduct relations w...chevron_right

Russian society is pushing back against Putin’s brand of authoritarianism. For it to succeed, however, continued pressure from below, an inclusive political process, and responsible behavior at the top will all be needed.chevron_right