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Why Did Russian President Putin Visit India?
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Contradictions in the India-Russia relationship, rooted in China and the Quad, will be difficult to overcome in the long term.
Backlash Against Tajik and Uzbek Signage in the Moscow Metro
By Umida Hashimova
Anti-immigrant moods are on the rise among Russia officials again, with Tajik and Uzbek signage drawing criticism despite evidence they were helpful additions.
Putin’s Visit Strengthens India’s Strategic Autonomy Stance
By Dalbir Ahlawat
Even as India tilts closer to the U.S., Russia continues to play a crucial role for Indian strategy.
Mongolia-Russia Diplomatic Relations at 100
By Bolor Lkhaajav
The past, present, and future of a close and complex relationship.
S-400s, CAATSA Complicate India-US Ties
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
It is not yet clear how the U.S. will respond to India’s receipt of Russia-made S-400 air defense systems.
The Benefits of Expanding the India-Russia Partnership in Southeast Asia
By Don McLain Gill
India and Russia have both been hesitant about expanding their influence in the region. Synchronizing their efforts could help overcome those concerns.
Russian ASAT Test Highlights Urgent Need for Space Governance Negotiations
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The absence of earnest multilateral discussions could send more states down the path of space weaponization, making access to space increasingly tricky.
China and Russia Cooperate on Rival to GPS
By Emily Young Carr
Integration between China and Russia’s satellite networks will have major implications for the United States.
Pacific Leaders Agree on Vaccines But Not on US Hosting APEC
By Nick Perry and Jim Gomez
Russia reportedly refused to support the U.S. hosting the gathering in 2023, derailing the matter for now in the consensus-driven grouping.
China, Russia Urge UNSC to End Key Sanctions on North Korea
By Edith M. Lederer
China and Russia cited humanitarian reasons in arguing for sanctions relief, but their proposal faces an uphill battle.
Is Russia Starting to Sour on China?
By Yuan Jiang
A prominent Russian analyst thinks the high point of Sino-Russian cooperation has passed.
Russia Hosts Afghan Talks, Calls for Inclusive Government
By Vladimir Isachenkov
Russia had worked for years to establish contacts with the Taliban, even though it designated the group a terror organization in 2003.