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Russia in the time of Covid: Schrodinger’s Putin and bulldogs with masks (Part 2)
In Russia, the Covid-19 outbreak has undone years of centralization by the Kremlin. Regional governors had to be granted powers that Moscow may not be able to take back once the pandemic ends. The crisis has also exacerbated friction between the church and the government, while dropping oil prices have sent income levels into a tailspin – meaning the upcoming referendum will take place in unprecedentedly tense circumstances.
How challenges facing energy giant Gazprom will impact on Russia’s future
Russia was once a military superpower. It now strives instead to be an energy superpower and at its heart is one of the world’s largest companies – Gazprom. In the post-Soviet era, Gazprom has enjoyed preferential treatment from the Kremlin and wielded huge influence over neighbouring countries. As the role ...
Energy: Moscow’s desire to dominate gas supplies to Europe drives pipeline politics
Russia is desperate to maintain dominance over its supply of gas to Europe. This special report examines Moscow’s divide-and-conquer strategy with which it aims to ensure control over gas supply to Europe by undermining projects outside its control while cutting deals which offer preferential treatment should Europe sign up to ...
