Neutrality Studies [Back issue] Destabilizing Operation In The Caucasus & Vassalization Of Europe | Dr. Jeffrey Sachs
Oct 8, 2025
In a compelling discussion, Jeffrey Sachs, a Columbia University Professor and seasoned economic analyst, shares insights on the geopolitical turmoil in the South Caucasus. He emphasizes the dangers of U.S. and EU interventions, arguing that Azerbaijan and Armenia risk becoming pawns in larger geopolitical games. Sachs warns against the unrealistic expectations of Western nation-building and stresses the importance of regional neutrality. He advocates for stronger ties with neighbors like Russia and Turkey, suggesting that economic relations with China and India could define the region's future.
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Western Meddling Risks Destabilization
- The U.S. and Europe are actively meddling to provoke instability in the South Caucasus as a way to pressure Russia.
- Jeffrey Sachs warns this risks turning the region into another Ukraine-style conflagration.
Prioritize Neutral, Regional Cooperation
- Stay neutral and prioritise regional cooperation with neighbours like Russia, Turkey, and Iran rather than choosing Western camps.
- Avoid joining external conflicts such as Israel's wars, which can drag the South Caucasus into broader instability.
Georgia's Pragmatic Pivot Lowers Risk
- The current Georgian government practices pragmatic, zero-problems regional diplomacy that reduces risk in a hostile neighbourhood.
- Both Sachs and Lasha praise Georgia's restraint compared with past pro-Western adventurism.
