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We should first temper our tendency to frame global political evolution as a contest between rival systems

The European stance seems to be split between three objectives: cooperating with the US without sacrificing strategic independence, backing Israel without condoning escalation, and restricting Iran without isolating it

The future balance of power — both technological and geopolitical — among the key global actors will be shaped by the development trajectory of the US semiconductor industry

On July 7, 2025, the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) hosted a delegation of Indian officials, headed by Sujeet Kumar, Member of Parliament

It is a calculated diplomatic maneuver grounded in national and regional interests

Future of Sudan Sanctions

The current balance in the Middle East is fragile and unstable

On July 2, 2025, the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC), together with St. Petersburg State University (SPbU), held a roundtable discussion on “Increasing Tensions in the Baltic Sea Region: Management Mechanisms.”

External political factors may have a growing influence on Russian-Chinese economic relations

What Iran’s 12-Day Conflict Reveals About Modern Deterrence and Regional Power Shifts

In a world of uncertainty, the defining theme of the summit may be the discussion of measures to change global governance to reflect the realities of a multipolar world, as well as the long overdue reform of the UN, IMF, and World Bank

Strategically, Russia has little to gain and a lot to lose in case the crisis goes deeper