Posts From Robert Matthew Shines
Russia lacks economic clout in tentative pivot to Asia
Russia needs to have a stronger economic proposal as to how it can add value to the east Asia region in the long-term.
The economic implications of US-China tensions
U.S.-China strategic considerations are gradually overshadowing the economic relationship, which could potentially lead to mutually-assured destruction.
Ambiguity plagues the Shangri-La Dialogue
The South China Sea was prominent at the just-concluded U.S.-China dialogue. Ambiguity from both sides, however, will prolong tensions further.
Why the Mekong River is Asia’s next big investment locale
Japan’s $7 billion infrastructure investment deal is a move to expand markets and offset China’s growing economic influence in the Mekong River region.
NATO steps up pressure along Russia borders
NATO recent exercises in Moldova and Georgia are part of a wider strategy aimed at increasing military pressure on Moscow in Eastern Europe and the Caucasus.
Swedish NATO membership may jeopardize Arctic opportunities
An increased Russian military activity in the Baltic Sea is fueling a debate about Swedish NATO membership. However, if this occurred, potential Russo-Swedish cooperation and investment in the Arctic would be negatively impacted.
Ukraine investors outlook harmed by Dutch referendum
The recent Dutch vote against the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement may serve to further dampen investor enthusiasm towards the Ukrainian market.
Japan needs its own agenda to better trade ties with Russia
Recently, Sergey Lavrov visited Japan to discuss bilateral cooperation. The visit’s real aim was to stress the value to Russia of a more independent Japan.
Economic risk associated with new Russian National Guard
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent creation of a new National Guard reflects the administration’s concerns with multiple potential internal security threats. These threats are magnified by Russia’s continued economic downturn
Modi’s gradual economic reform strategy will pay off
In this debate series, GRI asked whether Narendra Modi’s policies can fix India’s economy. Robert Shines presents the case for why Modi’s efforts are likely to succeed, as they leverage India’s
