... activities of individual MERCOSUR countries, for example Brazil (the organization’s economic leader), creates opportunities for implementing joint investment projects (for instance, in the mining industry).
“Joint manufacturing of machine tools in Russia is another promising cooperation
project
that in which Russia is greatly interested.”
However, some experts note [
2
] that the positive dynamics in the export of technological solutions is very weak due to the outdated contractual framework ...
... conference «Greater Eurasian Partnership and Belt and Road Initiative: points of convergence and contact». The event was organized by a publication project «The Eurasian Illustrated Review»
(Evraziyskoye Obozreniye
)
During the two working days, leading Russian, Mongolian, Chinese, Kazakh, and Kyrgyz experts, diplomats and journalists were discussing the implementation and integration of Greater Eurasia and the Belt and Road initiatives, the prospects for «Russia-Mongolia-China» economic corridor, ...
... is already being touted by the media and official figures of the participating countries as one of the most important international events of the year. All the more so because it will mark the first time that the six member states (China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan anthd Uzbekistan) are joined by India and Pakistan. Journalists and analysts were quick to point out that the participants account for a sizeable share of world’s population, territory, natural resources and economic potential. The ...
... journalists and anyone interested in studying the future and analysing long-term global trends.
The opinions presented in these articles reflect the personal views and research positions of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Russian International Aairs Council.
RIAC scientific and editorial support:
I. Timofeev, Ph.D. in Political Science; T. Makmutov, Ph.D. in Political Science; I. Sorokina, M. Smekalova, R. Mayka; with participation of D. Khaspekova and N. Mukhin.
... in times of crisis.
Dmitry Poletaev
Are there any significant imperfections in the EAEU legislative framework related to regulating migration issues?
Unfortunately, quite a few issues remain unsettled, including pension payment in the first place. Russians go to work in Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan. When they retire, their savings should be transparent, but so far, this problem has not been resolved.
Health care is a very important issue for the Kyrgyz. Those who apply for a patent get the medical insurance that covers only minimum services....
... lead to better quality products for national consumption. The deal-breaker here would be a thorough follow up on proper implementation and usage of mechanisms designed to alleviate first symptoms of such shocks and to promote innovation, such as the Russia-Kyrgyzstan development fund
[8]
. The recurring question among the Kyrgyz population nevertheless relates to accessibility and transparent usage of this funding for small and medium enterprises and producers.
Migration policies within the EEU is yet ...
... Central Asia including Tajikistan prefer bilateral cooperation with the Kremlin.
5. The EEU is due to reach full force by 2025. What is your vision of the group in 10 years’ time?
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Kyrgyzstan Experts’ Polemic: “Kyrgyzstan and
the EEU: Better In than Out”
SO
: The EEU’s viability for Tajikistan will depend on Russia's success materializing its integration potential, especially given the deteriorating geopolitical environment and Western sanctions against Russia. However, those same sanctions may energize EEU-wide cooperation, triggering a shift from CIS-style ...
... participants.
For instance, at the impending summit of Eurasian states in Moscow, the focus will be on questions connected with Kyrgyzstan joining the EEU. Bishkek’s ability and desire to resolve all the obstacles to the country moving towards entry ... ... set deadlines are still in doubt. The problem is not so much the Kyrgyz elite’s desire to receive maximum bonuses from Russia and Kazakhstan on entry into the EEU. The vacillations on the part of Almazbek Atambaev and his circle are largely connected ...
... Central Asian countries with organizations in which Russia plays the key role.
Chinara Esengul
:
The current but not very constructive relations between Russia and the West do have an effect on the relations of the Central Asian republics, in particular Kyrgyzstan, with Russia and the West. But the European Union and the United States have always placed an emphasis on the importance of pursuing an independent course by the countries in our region. Therefore, our relationship can develop in a constructive way with the ...
... particularly vulnerable due to the presence of the Russian military contingent on their territory: the largest Russian military facilities abroad are the 201st Motor Rifle Division (base) deployed in Tajikistan (about 7500 people) and the Kant airbase in Kyrgyzstan.
The position of the Russian language and of the minorities in the Central Asian republics is a separate aspect of the problem. Russian policy in the post-Soviet space, which after 2008 has increasingly promoted the issue of protecting compatriots “
wherever they may ...
