Russia and the Post-Soviet Space, Sub-Saharan Africa, Security Patrick Kornegay, Jr., Former Staff Writer Russia and the Post-Soviet Space, Sub-Saharan Africa, Security Patrick Kornegay, Jr., Former Staff Writer

Russian Soft Power Influence in Africa

For Russia’s Africa strategy, the most critical soft-power attraction is Russia as an assertive but pragmatic actor; the West must counter Russian soft power operations in Africa by supporting democratic and human rights initiatives.

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East Asia, Russia and the Post-Soviet Space, Security Wei (Josh) Luo, Senior Staff Writer East Asia, Russia and the Post-Soviet Space, Security Wei (Josh) Luo, Senior Staff Writer

China’s Diplomatic Dilemma amid the Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has exacerbated Beijing's strategic environment, negatively impacted its geo-economic goals, and violated Beijing's long-held diplomatic principles. Washington should therefore take advantage of this opportunity by driving a wedge between Russia and China through re-engaging Beijing.

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