Alexei Pushkov. © swiss-image.ch
What are Russia’s geopolitical ambitions?
Friday, 25 January 2008, 18.00 - 19.30
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Under the leadership of President Putin, Russia has established a new assertiveness, opposing the integration of former USSR states into NATO and the US anti-missile defence system. Russia, using gas and oil, has exerted pressure on its relationship with Europe and other countries. The political and social tensions can influence the way Russia goes forward and its relations with other countries and regions.
- What are the geopolitical ambitions of Russia?
- How can upcoming presidential elections in Russia and the US play out in this context? And, what are possible future scenarios in these two countries or in other regions?
- How will Russia continue to use its economic position and energy resources to reinforce its influence and power?
Horst M. Teltschik, Professor, Chairman of the Munich Conference on Security Policy, Germany
Charles Grant, Director, Centre for European Reform, United Kingdom
Alexei Pushkov, Author, Anchor and Executive Producer, Postscript TV Show, TV-Center (TVC), Russian FederationModeration:
Urs Leuthard, Swiss Television