Region Related Event Feeds

Peace Corps 50th Anniversary: A Celebration of Service

lbieniek — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0500

Framing Remarks:

Harris Wofford

Former Senator (D-PA), U.S. Senate

Panel Discussion Featuring:

Aaron S. Williams

Director, Peace Corps

The Honorable Sam Farr

The Turkey-Russia-Iran Nexus: Changing Dynamics in the Caspian and Black Sea Regions

tcipoletti — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:00:00 -0500

Dr. Stephen J. Flanagan spoke at TEPAV to address relations between Turkey, Russia, and Iran and framed this set of relations in a regional context.

Getting the Caucasus Emirate Right: Global Jihadism in Russia's North Caucasus

azikibayeva — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:00:00 -0400

The Russia and Eurasia Program hosted the launch of our new report "Getting the Caucasus Emirate Right: Global Jihadism in Russia's North Caucasus," authored by the CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program Senior Associate, Dr. Gordon Hahn. The discussion also featured Lieutenant Colonel Robert W.

Chechnya in Russia and Russia in Chechnya

azikibayeva — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:00:00 -0400

On September 13, 2011, Sergey Markedonov, Russia and Eurasia Program Visiting Fellow, gave a presentation on the transformation of Chechnya from a periphery to one of the focal points of Russian and Eurasian security.

International Perspectives on Afghanistan and Regional Security to 2014 and Beyond

azikibayeva — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:00:00 -0400

On July 26, the CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program hosted a panel discussion titled "International Perspectives on Afghanistan and Regional Security to 2014 and Beyond." The panel included eminent experts from CSIS and other guest speakers who discussed the issue of regional cooperation in Afghanistan.

What Does the Arab Spring Mean for Russia, Central Asia and the Caucasus?

azikibayeva — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 08:30:00 -0400

On June 28, 2011 the CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program in cooperation with the Institute for Democracy and Cooperation hosted a one-day conference entitled, "What Does the Arab Spring Mean for Russia, Central Asia and the Caucasus?" The conference panels focused on the following key issues: How and Why the Arab Spring Happened; Implications of the Arab Spring for Ce

Latin America: Managing Abundance to Avoid a Bust

ian — Mon, 23 May 2011 10:00:00 -0400

Latin America: Managing Abundance to Avoid a Bust

With a lead presentation by:

Rodrigo Valdés
Senior Advisor
Western Hemisphere Department, International Monetary Fund

And discussants:

A Regional Approach to Strengthing Health Systems in Central and South Asia

jnagel — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:30:00 -0400

On Tuesday, March 29, we discussed the potential for regional and cross-border efforts to strengthen health systems in Central and South Asia with Dr. Gijs Walraven, Director of the Aga Khan Health Services of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). Dr.

Kazakhstan: Political Developments and the Upcoming Presidential Elections

bbocka — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400

New European Democracies Project hosted a breakfast roundtable with Nurlan Ermekbayev, Advisor to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Mr. Ermekbayev will discuss recent political developments in Kazakhstan, including the April 3rd presidential elections, as well the country’s foreign policy priorities.Also participating at the roundtable will be Mr.

Outlook for U.S. Strategy in the Southern Caucasus and the Caspian

ian — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0500

"Outlook for U.S. Strategy in the Southern Caucasus and the Caspian"

After the Astana Summit: What is Next for the OSCE?

bbocka — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 10:45:00 -0500

The discussion focused on the outcomes of the OSCE Astana Summit and their relevance for the future of the Organization and U.S. policy toward Central Asia. The event is co-hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies and the Institute for New Democracies in cooperation with the Embassy of Kazakhstan.

Breakfast Roundtable with Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Kairat Umarov

bbocka — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:30:00 -0400

On September 7, 2010 the CSIS New European Democracies Project and the Institute for New Democracies hosted Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kairat Umarov in a roundtable discussion at CSIS. Deputy Minister Umarov outlined the Kazakh government’s preparations for the OSCE Summit that will be held in Astana on December 1-2.

Asian Strategic Outlook: The View from India

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 08:30:00 -0400

Economics and geopolitics have combined to make Asia the region that will shape the 21st century, and the rise of India and China is the region's biggest story. As both rising powers formulate competing agendas over key global issues, their perceptions of one another will define U.S. foreign policy in the region.

Assessing the Need for an OSCE Heads of State Summit in 2010

bbocka — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:15:00 -0400

The roundtable event was hosted by the New European Democracies Project, and the Institute for New Democracies (IND), and it will take place on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 from 12:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the 4^th floor conference room of CSIS.

Developing U.S. Strategy in the South Caucasus and Caspian Basin

bbocka — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:30:00 -0400

8.30am-9.00am: Registration

9.00am - 9.10am: Introductions

Janusz Bugajski, CSIS

9.10am-11.00am: Panel 1:

Unresolved Conflicts and Rising Instabilities

Moderator: Ariel Cohen: Heritage Foundation

Enhancing Asia's Security Dialogue: The Role of CICA

bbocka — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:15:00 -0400

New European Democracies Project, the Turkey Project at CSIS, and the Institute for New Democracies (IND). hosted a lunch event "Enhancing Asia's Security Dialogue: The Role of CICA". The event will took place on Thursday, June 17, 2010 from 12:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the 4th floor conference room of CSIS.

The Key to Success in Afghanistan

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 17:00:00 -0400

On Wednesday, June 9, 2010 CSIS Russia Eurasia Program and the SAIS Central Asia Caucasus Institute launched their joint report titled, “The Key to Success in Afghanistan: A Modern Silk Road Strategy”. The report was introduced by a panel featuring report co-authors, S. Frederick Starr, Chairman of the Central Asia-Caucasus Institute, SAIS, Johns Hopkins University, and Andrew C.

Road Safety and Public Health in Russia, Europe, and Central Asia

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:30:00 -0400

Dr. Patricio Marquez is the Lead Health Specialist at the World Bank for the Europe and Central Asia Region. He delivered a presentation on “Road Safety and Public Health in Russia, Europe, and Central Asia” as part of the Health Working Group series.

European and Eurasian Energy Security: The Changing Landscape from the Caspian to the Baltics

bbocka — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:30:00 -0400

A lunch presentation was held at CSIS by Vladimir Socor from Jamestown Foundation on the evolving energy security trends between Kazakhstan and the Caspian basin, through the Caucasus, Russia, and Ukraine, to the Baltic region. A discussion followed that was moderated by New European Democracies Program (NEDP) Director Janusz Bugajski.

Religion, Militancy, and Regime Viability in Central Asia

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:00:00 -0400

As U.S. engagement in Central Asia deepens, Washington must address the complex intersection of religion, politics, and society in the region and prepare itself for the long-term challenges this nexus may precipitate. Moreover, as the persistent Islamist terror threat in Central Asia draws greater U.S.

The Prospects for Armenia-Turkey Normalization: The View from Yerevan

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500

As the signed Turkey-Armenia Protocols await ratification in both countries’ parliaments, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President of Armenia, Vigen Sargsyan, visited CSIS to discuss the prospects and potential benefits of normalization of relations between the Turkey and Armenia.

Russia’s Perspectives toward Afghanistan

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500

At a meeting hosted by the Russian & Eurasia Program at CSIS on February 4, 2010, Marlene Laruelle—a Senior Research Fellow with the Central Asia- Caucasus Institute & Silk Road Studies Program—presented her insights into Russia’s foreign policy stance on Afghanistan. Laruelle’s comments addressed Russia’s involvement in Afghanistan as characterized b

The Military Strategy Forum with General David Petraeus

ian — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:00:00 -0500

The Military Strategy Forum
Sponsored by Rolls-Royce North America

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) hosted a Military Strategy Forum on Thursday, January 21. Our distinguished speaker, General David Petraeus, Commander U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), held a discussion with the audience on issues in CENTCOM moderated by Maren Leed, Ph.D.

Report Release: The Northern Distribution Network and the Modern Silk Road

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:00:00 -0500

CSIS' Transnational Threats Project and Russia and Eurasia Program presented their latest report, "The Northern Distribution Network and the Modern Silk Road: Planning for Afghanistan's Future."

Kazakhstan’s OSCE Chairmanship: Challenges & Opportunities

bbocka — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:00:00 -0400

The New European Democracies Project together with the Institute for New Democracies (IND) organized an event on Kazakhstan's OSCE Chairmanship for the year 2010. The event was held in Astana, Kazakhstan, and various experts and officials participated at this international conference.

Afghanistan and Regional Security: Perspectives from Russia, Central Asia, and China

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:15:00 -0400

Panel discussion on a wide variety of issues pertaining to Afghanistan and Regional security. The event was moderated by Andrew Kuchins, Director and Senior Fellow, CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program.

Panelists:

Kazakhstan's Priorities for the OSCE Chairmanship

pfrank — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:30:00 -0400

The roundtable is part of the CSIS-IND initiative revolving around Kazakhstan’s 2010 OSCE chairmanship. Please find the roundtable agenda and summary below.

Roundtable Agenda

12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Lunch and Opening Remarks
Janusz Bugajski, CSIS

The Summit of the Americas Process: Port of Spain and Beyond

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 15:30:00 -0400

U.S.-China-Russia Relations in Central Asia: Cautious Competitors, Reticent Partners

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 10:00:00 -0500

The discussion was led by Dr. Pan Guang, director of the Center for SCO Studies at the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences, and moderated by Dr.

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U.S. Strategic Dilemmas in Central Asia

Wed, 27 Jul 2005 00:00:00 -0400

The government of Uzbekistan formally requested a cessation of U.S. military operations at the Karshi-Khanabad airfield in southern Uzbekistan within 180 days.

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