... system. More specifically, Moscow lacks a clear strategic direction, as the ruling regime is increasingly divided between an official commitment to economic modernisation, on the one hand, and authoritarian consolidation, on the other hand.
Energy Calamity
It is argued by some that the Russo-European relationship has soured creating an anti-Russian stance. Has this occurred due to European attempts to lower gas import prices, or more serious underlining issues? Europe’s potential ...
... diameter than Nord Stream’s, but cost more. Such lack of economies of scale is common as well as the price disparity due to Gazprom buying gas at almost any price. So it will be vital to reach equilibrium as for instance Europe has hit the other polarity ... ... much legislation, as populated areas need around 700 local, regional and central government patents to erect 500km of pipes (Nord Stream). With transparency, NIMBY (not in my back yard) challenge can be also addressed, as stakeholders will be less likely to oppose the presence of the energy industry and fragmentation challenge could be avoided or renegotiated.
Tatyana Mitrova provides a great summary, in her ...
