The melting “icebergs” ofgeopolitical risks should not because for comfort orcomplacency. Anew form ofinternational competition and the rules ofthe game associated with itare emerging.

The concept of“the Asian Mediterranean” not only responds tothe current concerns about what todoand what not todo, but also suggests, inparticular, awonderful space tohelp connect the vast space ofthe Asia-Pacific with that ofEurasia, the rich potential ofRussia with the urgent demands ofthe Asia Pa

The fall ofKabul will have profound implications for Central Asia and wider Eurasia— presenting both risks and opportunities. The risks associated with the Taliban incontrol ofAfghanistan can beconstrued asanopportunity totest and advance the Greater Eurasian Partnership, writes Valdai Club expert

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