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Expert Insights

Feb 2, 2026

Countering Russia-style autocracy in Georgia

The Georgia Dream party is embracing illiberalism, despite the pro-European aspirations of most Georgians. In this perspective, we trace this shift and offer options for increased Western support, to avoid a future of Russia-style autocracy.
Commentary

Aug 5, 2025

China's Black Sea Play

China is building an influence ecosystem in the Black Sea region—often through ties with Russia—deepening leverage and shaping regional alignments using infrastructure, trade, and political ties.
Commentary

Jul 1, 2025

Countering Russian Influence: Support for Armenia, Georgia, and Moldova in the 'Waiting Room of the West'

As Europe supports Ukraine, three other post-Soviet states remain dangerously exposed to Russian coercion and aggression. Russian efforts to destabilize these states are already underway, raising a significant challenge for European decisionmakers.
Commentary

Jan 6, 2025

How the United States Can Help to Save Georgia from the Brink

Georgia faces violent protests against the authoritarian Georgian Dream party, prompting calls for increased U.S. and EU support. Many Georgians demand stronger ties with Europe, seeking to preserve their sovereignty and democratic aspirations amid rising oppression.
Commentary

Nov 22, 2024

Gender Wars Are an Early Warning Sign for Authoritarianism

Across the world, women have, and are, playing incredible roles as bulwarks against the rise of authoritarianism. And women have been vital to solving the United States' most wicked national security problems—from serving on the front lines in combat to providing essential intelligence analysis.
Research

Aug 23, 2024

From San Diego to Tbilisi — Adopting International Higher Education in the Country of Georgia: Georgia II STEM Higher Education Final Evaluation Report

The authors assess implementation and outcomes of a partnership between San Diego State University and public universities in the country of Georgia to deliver high-quality science, technology, engineering, and mathematics bachelor's degrees.
Commentary

Jun 24, 2024

Georgian Epiphany

Georgian Dream has taken off its democratic mask. Its move to enact a repressive, Russian-style law has sparked a large public outcry. The West can help by sanctioning those who seek to rob Georgians of their freedom.
Expert Insights

Jun 4, 2024

U.S.-Georgian Relations in Strategic Context: At Risk from an Anti-Democratic Turn

Testimony presented before the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe on June 4, 2024.
Research

Sep 25, 2023

Anticipating Flashpoints with Russia: Patterns and Drivers

The authors combined quantitative and qualitative modes of analysis to better understand and anticipate flashpoints with Russia.
Commentary

Feb 17, 2023

Russia's Appetite May Extend Beyond Ukraine

Unless Russian forces are defeated in Ukraine or withdrawn by new Kremlin rulers, Moscow might assault other post-Soviet neighbors. The West may face limits on the extent to which it could help them thwart such attacks.
Commentary

Oct 25, 2021

Russia's Neighbors Have More Leverage Than They Think

While Ukraine, Belarus, and Georgia may be top priorities for Russia, Moscow has less room for maneuver than its power might suggest. Some of Moscow's difficulties with neighbors could leave openings for the West.
Commentary

Sep 20, 2021

Summit Gives Biden Chance to Nudge Post-Soviet States Toward Democracy

President Biden may invite Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine to his “summit for democracy” in December. By both praising and nudging these imperfect democracies to do more to achieve their democratic potential, Biden could give his agenda more meaning.

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