Tag Archives: Russia

Russian Oil and Gas – Sanctions Produce Effect

Posted on October 24, 2014 by Andrei V. Belyi

Political scientist Andrei V. Belyi examines the effect of Western sanctions on Russian energy industry. Continue reading →

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The Second Crimean War: When Decaying Empires Strike Back

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Rein Taagepera

Professor Rein Taagepera maps the present situation in Crimea, Russia, and Ukraine in the broader historical context, relying on quantitative studies of empire growth and decay over the last 5000 years. Continue reading →

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Win Crimea and Pawn Siberia

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Rein Taagepera

What Putin most likely did not hear from his advisors in March 2014? Has anyone else won from the recent events in Crimea and Eastern Ukraine, besides China? Professor Emeritus of political science Rein Taagepera has the answers. Continue reading →

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Crimea “Referendum”: Welcome Back Home!

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Mihhail Lotman

Semiotician Mihhail Lotman showcases the modelling role of art, based on a popular, recent picture that came to symbolise the current state of affairs in Crimea. Continue reading →

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How Secure Are Small Nations after the Annexation of Crimea?

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Heiko Pääbo

Heiko Pääbo, Head of the UT Center for Baltic Studies, writes about the perspective and the consequences of Russia’s aggression in Crimea for the small nations. Continue reading →

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Russian Federation 2014: A Difficult Year Ahead?

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Viacheslav Morozov

Read what an expert network led by two UT political scientists predicts for Russia in 2014 with regard to its political, economic, and societal development. Continue reading →

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Silent and Slow Estonians, Emotional and Fast Russians

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Piret Pappel

What happens when an Estonian and a Russian meet? See the outcomes of a new study about ethnic stereotypes and communication patterns. Continue reading →

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