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The Trans-Caucasus in 2019 Is Not a Monolithic Region

... pulled into regional processes; previously, these actors had either insignificant or no influence in the region. China is the starkest example. As Asian Studies specialist Stanislav Tarasov aptly said, China has launched “diplomatic probing” in the Caucasus. In May 2019, Wang Yi, China’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and State Councillor, visited all three Trans-Caucasus states, his visit being called “historic.” Beijing offers the region respect for its territorial integrity, non-interference in its domestic affairs and pragmatic ...

20.12.2019

analytics

Chinese Octopus: How China Is Taking Over the Post-Soviet Space

... of Iran is seeking more investments from China, and Abkhazia and Russia are skeptical regarding NATO and EU interests in the Black Sea region. Despite political speeches from the Georgian leaders, it seems difficult to deny the growing interest for China and the Southern Caucasus. The Chinese-Georgian Agreement officially entered into force on January 1st, 2018, should facilitate exports in both countries, especially when it comes to wine, mineral water, and agricultural products. Georgian goods are now gradually leaving ...

18.06.2019

expert column

Poll conducted

In your opinion, what are the US long-term goals for Russia?

U.S. wants to establish partnership relations with Russia on condition that it meets the U.S. requirements	33 (31%)
U.S. wants to deter Russia’s military and political activity	30 (28%)
U.S. wants to dissolve Russia	24 (22%)
U.S. wants to establish alliance relations with Russia under the US conditions to rival China	21 (19%)