Region Related Event Feeds

How Rosy Are the Prospects Of Georgia’s Economy?

sweil — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:00:00 -0400

On May 16, 2012 David Onoprishvili, Chair of the Free Democracts Economic Council, will discuss Georgia’s recent economic developments. How successful is the current government in conducting the so called “libertarian” economic policy? Will the existing economic growth benefit the poor and help create jobs? Mr.

U.S.-Georgia Forum: Georgian Security and the Chicago NATO Summit

bbocka — Tue, 08 May 2012 09:00:00 -0400

The CSIS U.S.-Georgia Forum is a new initiative that seeks to re-energize Georgian-American relations and develop new and innovative forms of cooperation ranging from security enhancement to democratic consolidation.

The Big Caucasus

azikibayeva — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 15:00:00 -0400

The Russia and Eurasia Program hosted the launch of the report "The Big Caucasus: Between Fragmentation and Integration," authored by the CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program Adjunct Fellow, Dr. Jeffrey Mankoff. The discussion also featured Ambassador John Evans, Former U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Armenia, and Dr.

Prospects for Prosperity in the Caspian Basin

bbocka — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 08:45:00 -0400

The Europe Program is pleased to invite you to our upcoming conference – “Prospects for Prosperity in the Caspian Basin: Energy, Reform, and 20 years of Diplomatic Relations with the U.S.” The event will take place on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the B1 conference level of CSIS.

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.

Twenty Years of Independence in the South Caucasus

kate — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:00:00 -0400

We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming conference –"Twenty Years of Independence in the South Caucasus: Achievements and Challenges" – hosted by the New European Democracies Project at CSIS. The event will take place on Thursday, September 15, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the B1 conference level of CSIS.

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.

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

The North Caucasus: Russia's Volatile Frontier

mentman — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:00:00 -0400

CSIS Russia & Eurasia Program
An Expert Roundtable on a newly released report:

"The North Caucasus: Russia's Volatile Frontier"

Presenters:

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.

A Regional Approach to Regional Problems: Prospects for OSCE - CICA Cooperation

dkoenhemsi — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 15:00:00 -0500

The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) and Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) have been playing a more active role on the world stage. Turkey assumed the Chairmanship of CICA in June 2010 and cooperated closely with Kazakhstan which had the Chairmanship of OSCE throughout 2010.

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"

Toward Capable and Responsive States

farhatahir — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0500

The OECD DAC’s International Network on Conflict and Fragility has recently published timely guidance on how the international community can better prevent and strengthen fragile states. Please join us for a discussion on the practical implications for USAID.

Thursday, February 17, 2011,
9:00 am to 11:00 am

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.

Rising Instability in the North Caucasus

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:30:00 -0400

The focus of this discussion will be issues of corruption and the rise of anti-Western sentiment in the North Caucasus. Particular attention will be devoted to how these two forces contribute to social discontent and foster extremism throughout the entire region.

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

U.S.-Romanian Relations in the Context of a Wider Europe

bbocka — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0400

The CSIS Lavrentiadis Chair in South East European Studies will host a half-day conference entitled "U.S.-Romanian Relations in the Context of a Wider Europe." The event will mark the 130th anniversary of U.S.-Romanian relations. Participants will address the state of current bilateral relations and assess Romania's significance in the wider European region.

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.

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.

South Caucasus Fault Lines: Security, Energy, and U.S. Interests

ian — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:30:00 -0500

Since the fall of the Soviet Union, the United States has had significant strategic, economic, and energy interests in the South Caucasus. The region’s strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Russia, the Middle East, and Central Asia makes it of vital importance for US national security interests, including energy security. Given the priority of energy security in the 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.

Security in the North Caucasus: A Field Report

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:00:00 -0500

As editor of Caucasian Knot (in Russian), an online news agency that covers events in southern Russia including the North Caucasus, Shvedov travels frequently throughout the region and receives and generates daily reports on its conditions.

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."

Violence and Impunity in the North Caucasus: Status Report and Policy Recommendations

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0500

Summer 2009 in Chechnya, Ingushetia and Dagestan was the bloodiest in several years. Since the July murder of Natalia Estemirova, a human rights activist from Memorial, three more activists have been killed.

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.

Statesmen's Forum: David Bakradze, Chairman of Georgia's Parliament

ian — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:30:00 -0400

The Honorable David Bakradze
Chairman of Georgia’s Parliament

Surviving the Shocks: Georgia’s Democratic Reforms
after the August War and Financial Crisis

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

An Insider's Perspective on Georgia

ian — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:00:00 -0400

The CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program hosted:

Nino Burjanadze
Leader of the Democratic Movement - United Georgia and Former Speaker of the Georgian Parliament.

Azerbaijan’s Strategic Role in Eurasian Pipeline Politics

Fri, 15 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

As a stable and democratizing country in the geo-strategically important South Caucasus region, Azerbaijan plays a key role in energy security, stability, and regional economic cooperation. Elkhan Nuriyev, director of the Center for Strategic Studies under the President of Azerbaijan, discussed the heightened importance of energy transit and security as a result of the financial crisis.

Book Discussion: The Angel of Grozny

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Norwegian journalist Asne Seierstad discussed her most recent book The Angel of Grozny: Orphans of a Forgotten War, a portrayal of the lives of Chechnya’s children in the wake of the region’s long-standing conflict.

Schieffer Series: Assessing U.S. Policy Toward Russia

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400

The Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS) and TCU's Schieffer School of Journalism will hosted a CSIS-Schieffer School of Journalism Dialogue on Tuesday, October 21, at 5:30 p.m.

Ukraine: Internal Turmoil, External Reactions

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program held a discussion on Friday April 20, 2007 on the current crisis in Ukraine, the implications for the country’s political future, and the impact of U.S., European, and Russian policies.

Georgia's Path to Democracy and Transatlantic Integration

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400

The Caucasus Initiative of the Russia and Eurasia Program hosted Nino Burjanadze, Chairwoman of Georgia's Parliament on March 20, 2007. More than three years after the Rose R

Democratic Developments in Armenia: Challenges and Expectations

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500