How to live with Putin’s Russia?

How to live with Putin’s Russia?

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Russia’s invasion in Ukraine raises profound questions about the future of the relationship between Kremlin and the EU, and will have enormous impact on both sides’ economic, energy and foreign policies.

Despite numerous warning signs, many found themselves in shock when Russian moved its troops into Ukraine. Although it is difficult to make any forecasts at this point, and predict how the conflict will end, this war will most certainly bring far-reaching consequences for the international  political landscape and the relations between global players. 

The EU leadership has been trying hard to find diplomatic solutions to the crisis and mitigate damages. However, when these attempts failed, the EU adopted a series of sanctions against Russia, including targeted individual, economic and financial sanctions and trade restrictions, and continues to prepare a further package in coordination with its international partners. Some fear that Kremlin might introduce counter-sanctions halting fossil fuel supplies to Europe which, despite its reemphasized pivot towards green energy revolution, still remains heavily dependent particularly on Russian natural gas. 

Is there a way out of this standoff? How should the EU shape its foreign policy on Russia from now on, and what’s the future of this relationship?

We are inviting our friends and followers next Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 17.00 CET to our virtual space on Zoom – don’t miss the opportunity to hear from our speaker and your peers, and share your perspective!

Our guest: 

Michael GAHLER is a German politician, member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), Member of the European Parliament (EPP Group) since 1999, and a member of the Robert Schuman Institute’s Supervisory Board. He is a Vice Chair of the Delegation to the ACP-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly, a member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and standing rapporteur on Ukraine.  Mr Gahler has recently supported the Motion for Resolution on the Russian aggression in Ukraine, calling for tough sanctions on Kremlin. 

Should you wish to take part in the upcoming discussion please fill in the registration form. 

The REGISTRATION DEADLINE is 10 March, 2022 (Thursday), 12:00PM

Zoom meeting code will be sent to the confirmed participants 3 hours before the meeting start. 

In case of questions, please do not hesitate to contact the responsible project manager Evgenia Jarabik at evgenia.jarabik@schuman-institute.eu. 

Looking forward to see you all in our chat room!

Evgenia Jarabik