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RUSSIA/US: Putin-Biden summit – an attempt to set framework for future ties

A summit between the US and Russian presidents on 16 June in Geneva is unlikely to bring any breakthroughs in bilateral relations, but symbolic confidence re-building agreements are possible. In general, the summit aims to refresh personal ties between the two presidents and…   Become a member to read the rest of this article Username […]

RUSSIA: Navalny’s sidelining will not quell protests

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The sidelining of a prominent Kremlin critic, Alexei Navalny, will further weaken the divided and marginalized opposition. However, rising civic activism and leaderless protests in Russia’s regions are becoming a new headache for the Kremlin. The ruling United Russia (UR)’s attem…   Become a member to read the rest of this article

RUSSIA: Constitutional changes shed little light on Putin’s post-2024 plans

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Yesterday, 1 July, Russia concluded a week-long nationwide vote on 206 amendments to the country’s 1993 constitution. The approved constitutional amendments aim to give legitimacy to President Vladimir Putin’s potential re-election after his current term expires in 2024 and quell…   Become a member to read the rest of this article

RUSSIA: Covid-19 exposes political and institutional weaknesses

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● Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has contracted Covid-19, as new cases continue to surge. ● Mishandling the disease in Russia’s regions could significantly undermine public trust in President Vladimir Putin. ● The government will likely boost the fiscal response to Covid-…   Become a member to read the rest of this article

RUSSIA: Who leads the response to Covid-19?

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The government’s slow and uncoordinated response to Covid-19 has prompted municipal and regional administrations to take the lead in tackling the outbreak. While the central government now appears to be taking a more proactive approach, President Vladimir Putin is still playing a…   Become a member to read the rest of this article