Publications Review 13.02.2014

In this enlarged digest you will find a book with some ideas on how to make Russian-EU relations work, an outline of the upcoming Olympic games in Russia with a focus on security challenges, another framework for the private and public sector to engage together in the international relations, a quick review of the energy policy in Turkey and a macroeconomic review of the Euro zone area by Polish research centre. Last but not least, a bulletin on relations between East Asia and Gulf countries, a Bruegel publication on renewable energy and finally a special report on Indian national security doctrine.

Bertelsmann Stiftung (Hrsg.)
From Cooperation to Partnership: Moving Beyond the Russia-EU Deadlock

A book comprising opinions of 10 renowned experts on the topic of European development, focusing significant attention on the issue of Russian-European deadlock in the relations. The EU has long served as a model of unity and solidarity for other countries. However, there are many challenges for the Union to face and many issues to deal with. The future of successful European integration depends not solely on the inner processes but also on the outside world and non-EU actors.

The Centre for Strategic and International studies (CSIS) features The 2014 Sochi Olympic: A Patchwork of Challenges by Sergey Markedonov.

Here the author states the importance of the upcoming event for Russia and overviews not only the challenges that lay before Russia as a host country in terms of organization but also gives analysis of the security situation in the Southern regions followed by the nonpolitical obstacles on the way to the grand opening of the 22nd Winter Games.

The North-South Institute in Canada has issued a detailed overview of the Cross-Sector Development partnerships (CSDPs). Emerging just a few years ago and gaining weight rather rapidly, CSDPs are a quick way for private sector to engage in the development programs. They include public, private and/or non-profit institutions. The main goal of this report is to conceptualize the possible framework the CSDPs may provide for the international relations.

Turkish economic and social studies foundation (TESEV) brings public a rather short but comprehensive review of the energy policy in Turkey. Being a hub for energy transportations in the Caspian region and Black sea area, Turkey had to shape national energy policy according to its unique geographical location and not to forget domestic needs. The essential parts of this process are the liberalization of the energy sector and the supply diversification.

Polish Centre for Economic and Social research (CASE) has issued the Economic Assessment of the Euro Area: Winter 2013/2014. The analysis embraces not only the members of the Euro zone but also provides macroeconomic overview of the major economies that influence the world economic climate. The Great Recession is still on but nonetheless the world economy continues to grow.
 

Gulf Research center features latest Gulf-Asia research Bulletin focused on the relations between the East Asian countries and the Gulf region. The issue comprises several articles by experts of the center and associated members on different aspects of cooperation between Japan, Malaysia and others with the Gulf countries. Find more on economic exchange, political ties and future possibilities for these two parts of the world.

A never ending story of the traditional energy vs. renewable sources once again makes way in a Bruegel publication “When and how to support renewable? Let the data speak”. This working paper gives a thorough analysis of the possible policy instruments to use when funding renewable energy. Click this link and learn more graphs, statistics and planning given in this issue.

Indian Observer research foundation dwells upon the lack of national security doctrine in India. This special report gives an overarching analysis of the problem at large. From stating reasons why India needs a new national doctrine to enumerating sources of a future doctrine this report is a comprehensive document with a view from inside on the national Indian security.