Europe Inside Out
What Next for Russia’s Neighbors?
Apr 17, 2024
Fiona Hill, from Brookings Institution, discusses Putin's impact on neighboring countries post Ukraine war. Topics include Russia's foreign policy, Putin's strategies, and geopolitical dynamics with Armenia, Moldova, and Georgia. Also, explores regional power balance, Turkey-Russia relations, and NATO's influence in the Black Sea region.
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- Former Soviet republics are diversifying alliances beyond Russia, exploring new partnerships for economic and security benefits.
- Countries in Russia's neighborhood strategically balance relations with Russia and seek economic growth opportunities with other regional powers.
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Changes in Russia's Neighbourhood Relations
The podcast reflects on the shifting dynamics in the relationships between Russia and its neighboring countries. Over the past 30 years, the concept of the near abroad, where post-Soviet states are under Russia's influence, has evolved. Various former Soviet republics have been striving for independence, leading to changes in their ties with Russia. The podcast highlights Russia's efforts to maintain its sphere of influence through economic and security structures like the Eurasian economic union and the Collective Security Treaty Organization.
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