Publications

Publications and Research Outputs

Research and analytical materials related to the Center's principal areas of interest.

Research papers

Latest publications

Publications address geopolitical developments, international relations, regional security, foreign policy, strategic connectivity, and the broader international context of the Caucasus.

Plenary chamber of the European Parliament in Strasbourg

Research Paper · Geopolitics and International Relations

Caucasus–European Union Integration: Political Relations, Strategic Connectivity and the Future of European Engagement

Caucasus Research Center 11 min read

Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia approach European engagement from different positions. This paper examines the EU’s framework for engagement, the distinct trajectories of the three countries, the role of Russia, Turkey and Iran, and connectivity as a strategic dimension of integration.

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The Darial Gorge on the road between Georgia and Russia

Research Paper · Geopolitics, Foreign Policy and Regional Security

Russia’s Influence on the Foreign Policies of the South Caucasus Countries: Security, Economic Dependencies and Strategic Autonomy

Caucasus Research Center 15 min read

Russian influence differs significantly across Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia. This paper examines the security, economic, institutional and informational channels of influence and proposes a framework for assessing it comparatively and on the basis of evidence.

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Publication formats

Different formats for different research objectives

In-depth research papers can examine complex questions in detail, while shorter policy briefs can present a focused assessment of a particular issue. Analytical commentaries may provide timely perspectives on significant developments, while longer reports may examine regional trends or specific research questions.

The appropriate format depends on the subject, intended audience, research method, and scope of each publication. The Center's publication categories include:

Research Papers

Detailed examinations of specific questions relating to geopolitics, international relations, and regional security.

Policy Briefs

Concise analyses of issues relevant to policymakers and institutions concerned with the Caucasus.

Regional Analysis

Assessments of political, diplomatic, and security developments affecting the region.

Expert Commentary

Analytical perspectives on developments in regional and international affairs.

Working Papers

Research contributions intended to present developing arguments, preliminary findings, or questions for further discussion.