Against the backdrop of the objective decline of Russia’s external legitimacy, Russia has adopted a new Foreign Policy Concept, which was published in March 2023. This document emphasises Russia’s humanitarian cooperation with the world as a whole and its regions, particularly those where it has traditionally exerted an influence.
The Eastern Partnership Research Programme analyses the political, economic and socio-cultural processes associated with the Eastern Partnership countries and their foreign and domestic policies. Particular attention is paid to the process of integration of Moldova, Ukraine and Georgia into the European Union, their internal reforms, the sustainability of democracy and the development of civil society. Publications and events aim to deepen understanding of the strategic and geopolitical objectives of Eastern European countries, their impact on Europe and transatlantic relations, as well as on Lithuania’s strategic objectives. We invite you to read.