Absorb and conquer: An EU approach to Russian and Chinese integration in Eurasia
Europe shouldn’t be afraid of Russian and Chinese efforts to integrate the Eurasian landmass, but should absorb them into its international order
Europe shouldn’t be afraid of Russian and Chinese efforts to integrate the Eurasian landmass, but should absorb them into its international order
The future of Europe’s relations with Russia looks bleak as the Kremlin pursues an increasingly aggressive foreign policy
Far from being an all-powerful “spookocracy” that controls the Kremlin, Russia’s intelligence services are internally divided
The current trajectory of the Russian regime is unstable and without dramatic change it will crumble within the next year
Putin’s expansionist policy in Russia’s neighbourhood is backed up by a poised and professional military
The Russian economy is set for a slow decline
Ukrainian experts on war, politics and national identity
As the European order shifts, the EU has a chance to rethink its strategy and objectives
Improved cooperation constitutes a possible danger for the EU
The EU cannot hope to transform Russia, but it should be aware of the price of secluding it