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Transporting: Russia’s Rent Addiction and Far East Infrastructure
By Nicholas Trickett
Political excitement about infrastructure development in Russia's Far East seems to exist in a parallel universe.
The Global Oil War Rages On With OPEC Cut Deal Extension
By Catherine Putz
OPEC and major non-OPEC producers agreed to extend the December 2016 production cut deal through 2018.
Checking in With Moscow: New Kyrgyz President Makes First International Trip to Russia
By Catherine Putz
President Sooronbai Jeenbekov made a working visit to Moscow less than a week after taking office.
India, Russia Conclude Major Military Exercise
By Franz-Stefan Gady
This year’s joint Indo-Russian military drill included army, navy, and air force elements for the first time.
India Wants Out of 5th Generation Fighter Jet Program With Russia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Air Force has reportedly demanded an end to the joint Indo-Russian stealth fighter project.
The Gordian Rail Tie: Russia’s Mythic Belt and Road Cooperation
By Nicholas Trickett
Is Russia-Chinese cooperation all that it’s cracked up to be or is it just whistles-stops and empty promises?
India, Russia to Kick Off Major Military Exercise This Week
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The 2017 joint Indo-Russian military drill will include army, navy, and air force elements for the first time.
Would China and Russia Support a North Korean Insurgency?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
It likely depends on North Korea’s use of weapons of mass destruction in a conflict with the U.S. and South Korea.
Russia’s Future Armor Force Could Be in Trouble
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Recent announcements by the Russian Ministry of Defense indicate that Russia’s most ambitious armor program is in trouble.
Schrodinger’s Pivot: The Emptiness of the Eastern Economic Forum
By Nicholas Trickett
Russia’s incoherent strategy at home and abroad continues to undercut its Asian-facing initiatives such as the Eastern Economic Forum.
A Steven Seagal Guide to Eurasia
By Bradley Jardine
The action star has a long history of involvement in Eurasian affairs.
Pakistan’s Bad Reaction to the BRICS Declaration
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
Islamabad’s defensive reaction was more self-damaging than the BRICS’ original statement.
Is Russia's Arms Industry About to Fall Off a Cliff?
By Robert Farley
The future of Russia's arms industry appear bleak.
After Doklam, India and China to Meet at BRICS Summit
By Tridivesh Singh Maini
On many fronts, India has grown more distant from the other members of BRICS.
Russia to Receive 100 Next-Generation Battle Tanks by 2020
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The deputy defense minister reiterated that Russia’s deadliest tank will be ready for combat by 2020.
China Quietly Looms Over Zapad 2017 Exercises
By Nicholas Trickett
Any Russian aggression out of the exercises could hurt Sino-Russian relations.
Why Russia Wants the US to Stay in Afghanistan
By Samuel Ramani
Moscow would like to avoid having to militarily intervene itself.
Interview with Gerard Toal: Why Does Russia Invade Its Neighbors?
By Casey Michel
"Putin is an experienced geopolitician now, though his 'victories' may not look so good in the long run."
Sino-Russian Shadow Competition Plays Out in Egypt
By Nicholas Trickett
A legacy of competition exists between the two powers -- can Russia shadowbox China in Egypt?
India Should Co-Produce Stealth Fighter With Russia, Defense Ministry Panel Says
By Franz-Stefan Gady
An expert panel appointed by the Indian Ministry of Defense reportedly recommends co-production of a new stealth fighter jet.
China and Russia in Central Asia: Rivalries and Resonance
By Catherine Putz
Finding the balance in the long-term between rivalry and resonance may be difficult for Beijing and Moscow.
5th Round of Astana Syria Peace Talks End Without Agreement
By Catherine Putz
The de-escalation zones, let alone which country's "military observers" would maintain them, remain under discussion.
Russian Railpolitick and China’s Belt and Road
By Nicholas Trickett
Russian economic policies and infighting with its neighbors impact China’s ambitions.
On Trip to Russia, Kyrgyz President Atambayev Sings Putin's Praises
By Catherine Putz
"I must admit, I love Russia very much," the Kyrgyz president said at a state dinner held in his honor in Moscow.