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Lacking fossil fuels, Armenia imports natural gas and oil for most of its energy needs, largely from Russia. © Gazprom Armenia

Armenia’s Energy Security Faces Frosty Relations with Russia

Lacking fossil fuels, Armenia leans on Russian gas and oil for most of its needs.

18 Dec 23

A view of the towers of Termoelectrica, Moldova's producer and supplier of thermal and electric energy in Chisinau. Moldova remains highly vulnerable in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The government has not applied sanctions on Russia as the country's economy and its energy security are deeply dependent on Moscow. © Andreea Campeanu/Getty Images

Ukraine War Rocks Moldova’s Fragile Economy

Chisinau has not imposed sanctions on Russia, but is looking into economic alternatives to Moscow.

29 Mar 22

Cranes tower the Caspian Sea shore in Azerbaijan's capital Baku. The government in the oil-rich nation increased the costs of gas and electricity twice in 2021, but experts warn that there is no economic justification for the price hikes. © IWPR / Monica Ellena

Azerbaijan: Soaring Energy Prices Fuel Discontent

State blames increasing cost on global market, while analysts see exploitation and corruption at fault.

17 Jan 22

Collective Security Treaty Organisation's (CSTO) Russian soldiers in Almaty. © ALEXANDR BOGDANOV/AFP via Getty Images

Political Unrest Sweeps Kazakstan

“Peacekeeping” forces from Russian-led military alliance arrive to help quell protests sparked by local anger at energy price rises.

6 Jan 22

A pipeline receiving station for Nord Stream 2 in Germany. © Nord Stream 2/Axel Schmidt

Ukraine Continues to Battle Nord Stream 2

Despite options for negotiating a possible compromise deal, Kyiv remains resolute in its opposition to the pipeline.

6 Jul 21

Azerbaijan’s Economy Faces Covid-19 Fallout

Lockdown measures and falling crude prices have taken their toll, despite official optimism.

23 Feb 21

The ceremony of signing the memorandum by the head of MFA's of Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan in Ashgabat city. © Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan

New Era for Ashgabat and Baku?

Landmark deal may finally facilitate pipeline to Europe – if the Europeans are still interested.

9 Feb 21

Village of Khurvaleti, which rests on the occupation line. (Photo: Nino Chibchiuri)

Georgia: Occupation Threatens Oil Resources

Fears that key infrastructure could be absorbed into Russian-controlled territory.

27 Oct 20

Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan meets with Alexey Miller, Gazprom's Chairman of the Management Committee and Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors. (Photo: Gazprom)

Armenia and Russia Argue Over Gas Deal

Pashinyan appeals to Putin for support in resolving dispute with Gazprom.

26 May 20

Nazarbayev and Kassym-Zhomart Tokayev during the handover ceremony.

Nazarbayev Plans His Legacy

How will Kazakstan’s leader be remembered for his 30 years in power?

21 Mar 19

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