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Asymmetry between Russia and China will increase
Russia’s economic dependence on China has grown since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022
RussiaUkraine peace summit reveals global differences
The summit was a significant initiative, but was hampered by the absence of many countries, most notably Russia
UkraineAustrian economic links to Russia will persist
Austria’s ties with Russia have remained strong despite Western pressure to break them over the war in Ukraine
AustriaRenewed US military commitment will encourage Kyiv
The United States and Ukraine signed a ten-year security pact that reaffirms Washington’s commitment to Kyiv
UkraineGeorgia will increasingly shift towards Eurasia
The passage of controversial NGO legislation has caused tensions within Georgia and with Western states
GeorgiaNew US sanctions will cause some disruption in Russia
The White House announced a package of new sanctions on Russia, targeting entities across the world
RussiaG7 will impose more sanctions on Russia
The upcoming G7 summit is set to see further measures introduced to punish Russia for its aggression against Ukraine
RussiaLabour shortages will dampen economic growth in Russia
Faster-than-expected growth driven by wartime spending has stretched Russia’s shrinking labour market
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