Analytical articles

Indonesia joins BRICS not only shows that Indonesia remains steadfast in its free and active foreign policy but also demonstrates that Indonesia is a reliable partner for all parties

The aging "Magnificent Seven" can no longer convincingly claim the global leadership it once took for granted

Three scenarios for the situation in Ukraine

The issues on the agenda for Brazil and Russia are strategic for both sides, political coordination, and involve the potential sharing of sensitive technologies

The West is trying to lay the groundwork for gaining leverage over the current authorities in Damascus

The prospect of these measures influencing Moscow’s political decisions remains negligible

The hackneyed phrase “the potential has not been fully unlocked” seems particularly apt

Ilsur Metshin, Mayor of Kazan, Chairman of the BRICS+ Association of Cities and Municipalities, on inter-municipal co-operation of BRICS+ countries

If Moscow and Beijing decide they can afford to show understanding for U.S. efforts to ensure its own security, this step must be reciprocated

Given past experience, it would be strange to expect support for the resumption of Nord Stream from the US

The Trump administration will be no more successful in breaking the China-Russia partnership than its predecessor was two years ago

The current policy of the White House reflects the U.S.’s natural ambition to retain its leadership in the world economy