The Duran Podcast Election Interference in Georgia & Moldova - Ian Proud, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
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Dec 7, 2024 Ian Proud, a former British diplomat with expertise in Russia and Eastern Europe, joins Alexander Mercouris and Glenn Diesen to unpack the political climates of Georgia and Moldova as they approach critical elections. They delve into NATO's influence on local sovereignty and the challenges these nations face amid external pressures. The discussion emphasizes the urgency for inclusive dialogue in the Ukraine-Russia conflict and critiques the UK’s diplomatic approach, advocating for a multipolar perspective to enhance regional stability and cooperation.
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European Integration Issues
- The problem with European integration is that it requires decoupling from Russia, creating instability.
- This is especially true in border regions like Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova, where societies are divided.
Georgia's Trade Challenges with the EU
- Georgia's trade with the EU hasn't benefited them as much as larger Western European countries.
- The EU imposes trade protection measures on Georgian imports, hindering their economic growth.
EU's Inflexible Stance
- Yanukovych's suspension of the EU association agreement in 2013 was met with hysteria in Brussels.
- They refused to change the agreement, leading to the Ukrainian crisis and Euromaidan protests.