The day after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the US, the EU, and the G-7 agreed on far-reaching sanctions against Russia. At the EU Council meeting in the evening, however, differences of opinion also emerged on the scope of the sanctions – on the SWIFT payment system.
By Eric Bonse
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine plunges China into a deep strategic dilemma: Should Beijing stick to its “borderless friendship” with Vladimir Putin? But this would mean giving up its own interests and foreign policy principles. In any case, it refuses to speak of a Russian invasion.
By Redaktion Table
Vladimir Putin has ordered a deployment of the Russian military in the Luhansk and Donetsk regions. However, the Russian military is also striking in other parts of the neighboring country.
By Till Hoppe
The Russian president has broken all treaties and agreements concluded by Russia and the Soviet Union since the CSCE Final Act. From his point of view, the principles of sovereignty and territorial identity would have no validity – probably including the Baltic states.
By Redaktion Table
The EU will not accept Russia's recognition of the Donetsk and Luhansk "People's Republics". Foreign Affairs Commissioner Borrell announces punitive measures. But opinions are still divided on the details.
By Eric Bonse
Rising inflation rates have rapidly become a global problem. But they don't seem to be hitting Asia. Carmen Reinhart, chief economist at the World Bank Group, and Clemens Graf von Luckner, economist at the World Bank, discuss the drivers and effects of inflation.
By Redaktion Table
