The battle of Nord Stream 2 narratives
Michael Richter on how the pro-Nord Stream 2 camp has masterfully framed the debate on the pipeline project The latest sanctions over Nord Stream 2,...
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The sagging prospects for Russian oil
Nicholas Trickett looks at how Russian oil production is struggling in a time of Covid-19’s low prices, OPEC+ production cuts, and US shale
Greener vibes from the EU’s energy markets could leave Russia in the cold
Lyubov Glazunova on Russia’s place in the new EU energy policy
The Limits of Support for Russia’s Oil and Gas Sector
Nick Trickett wonders how far the Russian state should go to support its struggling fossil fuels companies
The Covid storm clouds are gathering over Russia’s economy
Ivan Tkachev looks into where the Russian economy is most vulnerable to the fallout from Covid-19
Russian oil & gas sanctions shield
Max Hess on the mixed track record of sanctioning Russian hydrocarbons
Minsk and Moscow’s Low-Energy, High Stakes Friendship
Yury Tsarik considers why and how Russia is increasing the pressure on Belarus
Russia’s Nuclear Chain Reaction in Africa
Lyubov Glazunova on how Russia cultivates influence in Africa with a promise of nuclear power
How China’s slowdown could catch up with Russia
In recent decades, writes Vladislav Inozemtsev, Russia’s economy, society, and geopolitical standing have become prisoners to China’s success — to a far greater extent than the authorities and ordinary citizens are prepared to recognise
What if Oil Sank to $40 per Barrel?
Vladislav Inozemtsev on Minister Oreshkin’s dubious optimism about the Russian economy in a world of low oil prices
How Russia Gets To Build Its Most Controversial Pipeline
EU disunity, support from key energy companies, and Trump’s acquiescence will see Nord Stream 2 completed
Pique Oil and Rosneft’s Lebanon Play
Nick Trickett on the political and economic pressures fuelling Rosneft’s latest round of Middle Eastern dealmaking