... ASEAN presents an illustrative case—an association that over decades has developed its own model of regional interaction, grounded in the principles of consensus, inclusivity, and neutrality. As Russia explores new channels of dialogue with Asia and Southeast Asia, a dilemma emerges: can the mobilizing logic behind the “global majority” concept be reconciled with ASEAN’s pragmatic, consensus-driven, and institutionally grounded diplomacy? If so, to what extent can this concept be embedded within ...
Working Paper No. 92 / 2025
Working Paper No. 92 / 2025
The following working paper examines the relationship between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). It includes a detailed assessment of trade and economic ties between the two associations, identifying the key priorities and interests of EAEU member states in developing trade and economic relations with ASEAN countries....
On June 16, 2025, the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) hosted a roundtable discussion, “Shaping the External Partnership Framework of the EAEU: Southeast Asia”
On June 16, 2025, the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) hosted a roundtable discussion, “Shaping the External Partnership Framework of the EAEU: Southeast Asia.” The event featured the presentation of a new RIAC working ...
China seeks to give more than it takes
Modern Southeast Asia has moved beyond the state of a “boiling cauldron”
described
by American scholar Robert Kaplan, but it has not yet evolved into a clearly defined structure. Moreover, the nature of regional order and the place of ASEAN countries in ...
Indonesia continues to pursue an independent international policy despite Western pressure
In June 2024, the 21st Shangri-La Dialogue forum, an annual conference held in Singapore under the auspices of the UK’s International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) on security challenges in Asia, featured retired Indonesian General Prabowo Subianto for the third time in the past three years. He was invited to the Singapore forum in 2022 as Indonesia’s defense minister and influential politician who...
Russia and Southeast Asia countries are eager to strengthen cooperation despite logistical and financial problems
In the second half of 2023, a series of publications came out in the media on how a number of nations in Southeast Asia—above all Thailand and Myanmar,...
... taken on by Thailand, and ASEAN’s chairmanship went to Cambodia. The year 2022 was expected to pass under the sign of the ASEAN leadership, with paths to an effective post-COVID recovery identified, especially since the positive economic dynamics of Southeast Asian nations provided grounds for cautious optimism.
Gleb Toropchin:
Taking (Another) Turn to the East: Making Sense of Russia’s Stance in the Asia-Pacific
These considerations guided Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia in setting their chairmanship ...
Russian Way to Success in Southeast Asia
One of the most important current questions faced by Russia with regards to Southeast Asia is how Moscow can become involved in relations within the region. Russia could keep its current policy of practical, neutral position, slowly but ...
Maritime piracy drop in Southeast Asia, but is still a threat in Indonesia
Maritime piracy and armed robbery against ships are among the main concerns of the international community due to the extensive threat that they pose to global security and development. In the last ...
... Media and Government Relations Manager Anton Tsvetov received Philippines Ambassador in Moscow Carlos Sorreta and Head of the Embassy Political Section
Luningning
Camoying.
The event participants discussed security and development in Asia-Pacific and Southeast Asia.
Ambassador Sorreta presented his view of the situation, while RIAC representatives offered an assessment of Russia’s interests in relation to hottest issues on the agenda. Also covered were the Middle East and Russia-Europe relations....
