Economics
Russian Economic Footprint and the Impact on Democratic Institutions in Georgia
Introduction
In its effort to restore itself into a global power center and secure dominance in the post-Soviet area, the concept of the “near abroad” or the exclusive sphere of influence found a broad recognition in Russian political and economic elites long before the Putin regime, at the very beginning of its rule, played with the idea of friendly relationships with the West.[1]
19.4.03_georgia_russian_economic_footprint.pdf — Downloaded 2508 timesSerbia’s Orientation Challenge and Ways to Overcome It
Introduction
This article aims to address the historical challenge and dilemma that Serbia has been facing for some time and will face for the years to come. It has to complete its democratic transition as one of the complex challenges. Domestic democratization must go hand in hand with the continuation of modernization as well as continuing alignment with the West and integration in institutions that would further contribute to the consolidation of Serbia’s transformation.
18.1.07_serbia_orientation.pdf — Downloaded 2126 timesImplications of the COVID-19 Pandemic on China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Introduction
There is widespread agreement among scientists that one of the most devastating pandemics in human history, the plague or black death, originated in China and spread along the old silk road to Europe.[1] It demonstrated a pattern that is as old as human history: when people and goods travel, so do bacteria and viruses.
19.2.09_mouritz_covid-china_belt_road_initiative.pdf — Downloaded 4168 timesCOVID 19 and No One’s World: What Impact for the European Union?
Introduction
A lot is at stake for the European Union. Germany takes over the EU Presidency from Croatia on July 1st, 2020. How Germany manages the EU Presidency will be of utmost importance for the future of the European Union.[1] The challenge for the German EU Presidency is versatile as COVID-19 puts the European Union under pressure from an internal and external perspective.
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