This book explores developments in the countries of the South Caucasus – Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia – since the EU included the region in the European Neighbourhood Policy in 2003. It considers issues related to energy, ethnic conflict, steps towards regional integration, and, above all, security – including the involvement of Russia, Iran, Turkey and the United States. It assesses the key importance of energy, argues that the prospects for regional integration are weak, and contends that while the approach of Europe and the United States has been confused and weak, not holding out great hope of EU or NATO membership, Russia’s interest and involvement in the region is strong, and growing.
ISBN: | 9781138858633 |
Publication date: | 18th October 2017 |
Author: | Meliha B Altunk |
Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
Format: | Hardback |
Pagination: | 292 pages |
Series: | BASEES/Routledge Series on Russian and East European Studies |
Genres: |
Regional / International studies Alternative and renewable energy sources and technology Nuclear power and engineering Environmental science, engineering and technology Politics and government Regional geography Climate change |