March 04, 2020 – ECONOMIC TOOLS of RUSSIAN FOREIGN POLICY

Paradox of Russian power seems to be in the substantial gap between what is traditionally viewed as an economic power and Kremlin’s foreign policy results. Indeed, as World Economic Forum data shows, the Russian Federation economic power is rather modest. But despite declines in commodity prices,  the effects of economic sanctions imposed by the US and other nations, a high rate of capital flight and brain drain Russia,  and for all of Russia’s domestic problems– it has projected a surprise amount of power not only in its neighbourhood but also beyond. 

Nikita Lomagin — Professor in the Department of Political Science at EUSP, Academic Director of the Master’s degree program in Energy Politics in Eurasia.

EUSP Series of open lectures "Russia: Past and Present"

For six consequent Wednesdays in February and March 2020, EUSP professors and experts will deliver lectures on Russian history, foreign policy, energy politics, and global affairs.

Each lecture will be followed by a short discussion. There will also be some time for networking. Free snacks and tea/coffee will be offered at the lecture venue.

Please register for each lecture you plan to attend. By attending at least 3 lectures, you will receive a special Certificate of participation in the "Russia: Past and Present" series of open lectures organized by EUSP.

Contact and questions: international@eu.spb.ru