Russia and Eurasia Program

Exploring the political, economic, social, and foreign policy issues in the geopolitical region of Russia and the former Soviet states in Central Asia and the Caucasus

The Russia and Eurasia program undertakes projects that span research, analysis, assessment, and action. Its substantive focus encompasses all the regions of the former Soviet Union. In addition to projects and policy work, the program builds and maintains strategic networks of scholars and experts for its various initiatives.

Beyond its regional foci, the program undertakes projects on issues that transcend borders. Challenges of Human Rights, HIV/AIDS, democratization, and U.S. and Russian foreign policy are relevant across Eurasia. The program raises awareness of issues related to these topics; investigates their causes, nature, and consequences; and proposes solutions through a variety of meetings and publications.

More information about our projects and access to program publications can be found on this Web page. To receive the Russia and Eurasia publications, or to be added to our invitation lists, please see our subscribe to Russia and Eurasia Program mailing list page.

Economic Change in Russia
The Russia and Eurasia Program offers analysis of rapid economic change in Russia and the consequences for U.S. policy.
HIV/AIDS in Russia & Eurasia
The Russia and Eurasia Program examines the rapid rise in HIV/AIDS cases in Russia and Eurasia and the consequences if the pandemic is left unchecked.
Russia and Eurasia Past Projects
Past projects from the Russia and Eurasia Program.
Russia and Eurasia Program Resources
The CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program offers daily news feeds on Russia, the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the economic situation in the region.
Russia Balance Sheet
The Russia Balance Sheet provides comprehensive, balanced, and accurate information on all key aspects of Russia’s developments and their implications for the United States.