Russia Monitor Monthly 7/23

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What is the state of democracy after the presidential election in Poland?

What is the state of democracy after the presidential election in Poland?

Aug 16, 2020

The presidential election, held in Poland in May and July 2020, should be seen primarily through the prism of a major triumph of democracy. The election was attended by mobilized crowds of citizens in Poland and abroad, representing all electorates. Considering the electoral marathon that has lasted in Poland since May 2019 (European Parliament election, then Polish parliamentary election), Poland ends this run with a gold medal around its neck. Democracy is flourishing.

Iran’s Economy in the Face of Sanctions and Pandemic, part 2

Iran’s Economy in the Face of Sanctions and Pandemic, part 2

Aug 14, 2020

Since the US implemented the policy of “maximum pressure” on Iran, media reports predicting the imminent bankruptcy of the country have become more frequent. The sanctions have put Iran into recessions, but despite the alarmist and highly biased media materials, the economic situation in Iran is not dramatic and does not threaten the collapse of the regime.

Russia Won in Belarus

Russia Won in Belarus

Aug 12, 2020

What might seem is that Alexander Lukashenko will make a successful bid to stay in power, though an overwhelming majority of Belarusians are visibly fed up with him as the leader. Certainly, Lukashenko’s rigged victory and violent crackdowns would not keep him in power if it were not for Russia’s stance.

Mark Esper – Wei Fenghe talk

Mark Esper – Wei Fenghe talk

Aug 11, 2020

According to press reports, on Thursday, August 6, 2020, a telephone conversation was to take place between the US Secretary of Defense – Mark Esper and the Minister of National Defense of the People’s Republic of China – Wei Fenghe. The conversation was to concern Taiwan and the South China Sea, among others.

Yang Jiechi on China-US relations

Yang Jiechi on China-US relations

Aug 11, 2020

Noteworthy is the article published on August 7, 2020, by Yang Jiechi entitled “Respect History, Look to the Future and Firmly Safeguard and Stabilize China-US Relations.” The article indicates that cooperation with China has paid off for America, but the current US rulers are looking for a dispute with Beijing.

The Battle of Warsaw, 1920

The Battle of Warsaw, 1920

Aug 10, 2020

Almost a hundred years ago, between August 12 and 15, 1920, one of the most significant battles in the history of the Republic of Poland took place on the outskirts of Warsaw. Lord Edgar Vincent – 1st Viscount D’Abernon, a British politician, diplomat and writer, described it as “the eighteenth decisive battle in world history.”

TikTok and WeChat apps banned in the US

TikTok and WeChat apps banned in the US

Aug 7, 2020

On August 6, 2020, President Donald Trump announced an executive order prohibiting American companies from transactions with the Chinese companies Tencent and ByteDance, which own WeChat and TikTok applications. The official motive provided by the administration are the national security considerations in the area of communication and digital technologies.

Iran’s Economy in the Face of Sanctions and Pandemic, part 1

Iran’s Economy in the Face of Sanctions and Pandemic, part 1

Aug 7, 2020

Since the US implemented the policy of “maximum pressure” on Iran, media reports predicting the imminent bankruptcy of the country have become more frequent. The sanctions have put Iran into recessions, but despite the alarmist and highly biased media materials, the economic situation in Iran is not dramatic and does not threaten the collapse of the regime.

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: perspectives from the Azerbaijani Ambassador

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: perspectives from the Azerbaijani Ambassador

Aug 5, 2020

The Warsaw Institute asked the Ambassadors of both Armenia and Azerbaijan in Poland to presents their view points and supporting arguments regarding the recent conflict and the events leading up to it. With that being said we are proud to present to you the interview with HE Hasan Hasanov of Azerbaijan.

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