The European Union, Russia and the Post-Soviet Space: Shared Neighbourhood, Battleground or Transit Zone on the New Silk Road?

This book explores how the European Union (EU) and other regional actors construct, understand, and use different forms of power in Greater Eurasia, examining how the understanding of power shapes states' and the EU's actions on energy, the balance of power, and geopolitical and geostrategic confrontation. It offers an innovative approach to understanding the changing dynamics between Russia and the EU and contributes to debates about the ideational construction of political space.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive exploration delves into the intricate dynamics of power within the Greater Eurasia region, encompassing the European Union (EU) and other regional actors. The contributors meticulously analyze how the understanding of power shapes states' actions and the EU's strategies on a diverse spectrum of issues, ranging from energy to the balance of power in Eurasia. They delve into the critical question of how the EU and other regional actors, particularly Russia, perceive power, determining whether the post-Soviet space evolves into a harmonious neighborhood, a fierce battleground, or a dynamic arena for geopolitical and geostrategic confrontations.

The chapters in this book offer a rich tapestry of insights, covering a wide range of topics. From examining the negotiations between the EU and Azerbaijan to exploring how the EU and Russia are endeavoring to shape relations in Central Asia, each chapter provides a deep dive into the complex interplay of power dynamics. This volume stands out as a pioneering approach to understanding the evolving relationship between Russia and the EU, offering original empirical data and presenting these dynamics within a broader conceptual and geographic framework. Moreover, it contributes to ongoing debates about the role of the ideational construction of political space in shaping actors' behaviors.

The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of the esteemed journal Europe-Asia Studies, further solidifying its academic significance and broadening its reach. This book is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in comprehending the complex power dynamics shaping the world today.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367533847