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The future of Russia – divergent scenarios for 2020-50
Forecasts concerning the future of Russia are widely divergent which is alarming and should receive our immediate attention. On one hand, there are forecasts concerning the possibility of the Russian Federation’s territorial breakdown – as it was foreseen by a CIA report[1] – on the other hand, some people, like Sachs who is an outstanding […]

Królewiec, Königsberg, Kaliningrad…notes from a journey
Kaliningrad. An Orthodox Church was opened here not so long ago by Putin. Its dome doesn’t have a traditional round shape, instead it reminds of a medieval warrior’s helmet. A guide asked why it is that way, answers without hesitation – that’s how Orthodox Churches are decorated on the fringes of the empire. It’s not […]

Joachim Gauck in Brussels – pragmatic euro enthusiast
‘My visit is a signal that German people unconditionally say ‘yes’ to Europe’ – said Joachim Gauck during his first visit in Brussels. While skeptical voices towards the European Union arise in Europe, Joachim Gauck presents himself as a staunch euro enthusiast. At the same time he emphasizes that such an attitude implies a serious […]

Young intellectuals and politics
It seems that nobody cares about young people, especially those who take an interest in politics. But the young are aware that Polish educational system is not perfect. They know that the level of unemployment among university graduates is high. Young people notice the weak points of Polish politicians and often claim that constant disputes […]

Russia has become less influential
Elections in Russia have not lead to any serious consequences. Instead of any surprise, there is disappointment and a feeling that the political situation in the country is rather immutable. One should also consider future relations between Poland and Russia. They may never improve although the current Polish government has already ensured that the relations […]