Russia's Middle East policy after the Arab revolutions
Russia's Middle East policy after the Arab revolutions
Author(s): Marcin Kaczmarski
Subject(s): Civil Society, International relations/trade, Developing nations, Inter-Ethnic Relations, Geopolitics, Peace and Conflict Studies
Published by: OSW Ośrodek Studiów Wschodnich im. Marka Karpia
Keywords: Russia; Middle East; Arab revolution
Summary/Abstract: Russia's policy towards the Middle East is instrumental. Its activity in the region has been growing since the middle of the last decade, and its aim is to help Moscow achieve its objectives in other areas, particularly in its policies towards the US and Europe, as well as its energy policy. The establishment of these political influences constitutes a bargaining chip for Russia in its relations with the US. Russia's participation in resolving conflicts is aimed at building up its image as a supra-regional power. Russia's Middle East policy is a key element in its contacts with the Muslim world. At the same time, Russia's policy in the region remains cautious – despite its return to the region, Russia has not decided to 'play' for the Middle East, and its position and role in the region remain limited.
Series: OSW Commentary
- Page Count: 6
- Publication Year: 2011
- Language: English
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