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Commonwealth of Independent States Gathers in Moscow for Annual Heads of State Meeting

Commonwealth of Independent States Gathers in Moscow for Annual Heads of State Meeting

By Catherine Putz
Putin characterized cooperation within the CIS as “one of the Russian Federation's top foreign policy priorities.”

China’s Balancing Act With the ‘Axis of Upheaval’

China’s Balancing Act With the ‘Axis of Upheaval’

By François Godement
There’s an obvious anti-U.S. bent to China’s ties with Russia, Iran, and North Korea, but Beijing must tread carefully lest it be pulled deeper into conflict than it is willing to go.
India’s Arctic Challenge: Aligning Strategic Interests With Regional Realities 

India’s Arctic Challenge: Aligning Strategic Interests With Regional Realities 

By Nima Khorrami
Thus far, India’s strategy appears to be a reactionary stance focused more on countering China than on responding to the specific dynamics of the Arctic region.

Uzbek Politician Alisher Qodirov Takes on Russian Chauvinism and Soviet Legacy

Uzbek Politician Alisher Qodirov Takes on Russian Chauvinism and Soviet Legacy

By Niginakhon Saida
Alisher Qodirov’s outspoken criticism of Russian chauvinism and the Soviet legacy marks a significant shift in Uzbekistan’s political discourse, sending a clear message to Moscow.

Pakistan and Russia’s Pivot to the Global South

Pakistan and Russia’s Pivot to the Global South

By Muhammad Murad
Despite tough choices and sanctions, there is noticeably increased engagement between Islamabad and Moscow.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Russia and China in the Arctic: Less Than Meets the Eye

Russia and China in the Arctic: Less Than Meets the Eye

By Nicolas Jouan, Zdenek Rod, and Martin Ruzicka
Friendly rhetoric hides distrust and competition between an ambitious Beijing and a Moscow jealous of its Arctic prerogative. 

The Geopolitical Logic of Humanitarian Aid Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Geopolitical Logic of Humanitarian Aid Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

By Catherine Putz
How and why did the U.S, China, and Russia allocate humanitarian aid during the COVID-19 pandemic?
In Welcoming Putin, Mongolia Prioritizes National Interest Over Russia’s War With Ukraine

In Welcoming Putin, Mongolia Prioritizes National Interest Over Russia’s War With Ukraine

By Bolor Lkhaajav
Mongolia believed that hosting the Russian leader was in line with its national interests – including the need to address Mongolia’s growing demand for energy.

Kyrgyz Government Again Warns Citizens Against Travel to Russia

Kyrgyz Government Again Warns Citizens Against Travel to Russia

By Catherine Putz
Amid increased migration regulations and enforcement, the Kyrgyz government urged citizens to “temporarily refrain” from traveling to Russia unless they have “compelling reasons” to do so.

Mongolia Ignores International Warrant for Putin’s Arrest, Giving Him a Red-carpet Welcome

Mongolia Ignores International Warrant for Putin’s Arrest, Giving Him a Red-carpet Welcome

By Associated Press
The ICC has accused Putin of being responsible for the abductions of children from Ukraine. Member countries are required to detain suspects but there’s no real enforcement mechanism.

Why Mongolia Won’t Arrest Vladimir Putin

Why Mongolia Won’t Arrest Vladimir Putin

By Telmen Altanshagai
Mongolia will be the first ICC member-state to host the Russian leader since the court issued a warrant for his arrest.
Why the Nuclear Revolution Matters in an Era of Emerging Great Power Competition

Why the Nuclear Revolution Matters in an Era of Emerging Great Power Competition

By Alex Alfirraz Scheers
Amid intensifying competition between China, Russia, and the U.S., it bears repeating: Nuclear wars cannot be won.

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