Russia/CIS
The US election will be crucial for sanctions policy
The 2024 presidential election marks a critical juncture for US policy on economic sanctions
InternationalBaku will seek greater role in Eurasian gas landscape
The collapse of Russian gas sales to Europe has strengthened Azerbaijan’s position as a gas exporter
AzerbaijanAustria looks set for protracted coalition talks
Sunday’s general election saw Austria’s Freedom Party (FPO) win its highest vote since its creation in 1956
AustriaRussia’s economic ties with India will grow stronger
India is now Russia’s second most important trade partner
RussiaMarket dynamics point to USD70-75 oil prices into 2025
OPEC+ has postponed its planned output increases amid internal and external tensions and softening demand
InternationalFinance sector will not drive global net zero push
The financial sector is a key player in addressing the climate crisis, but its actions will demand a clear business case
InternationalRussian gas sales to Central Asia will rise
Gazprom is seeking to increase gas exports to Central Asia to compensate for the loss of European markets
Central AsiaRussia will weigh up escalatory options
Russia has several options if it responds to any lifting of restrictions on the use of long-range missiles for Ukraine
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