Russia is creating a Eurasian security system, undermining the international order: ISW
The Russian Federation seeks to create a new Eurasian security system, which the Kremlin plans to use to destroy the existing world order. This is reported in the new reports Institute for the Study of War (ISW).
In particular, on September 9, during his visit to Saudi Arabia, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Serhii Lavrov participated in the ministerial meeting of the strategic dialogue between Russia and the Cooperation Council of the Arab States of the Persian Gulf (GCC).
Within the framework of this event, Lavrov held talks with the Secretary General of the Council Jasem Muhammad al-Budaiwi, the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, as well as the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Muhammad bin Salman.
During these meetings, Lavrov emphasized Russia’s interest in expanding economic and cultural relations with the Persian Gulf countries. In addition, issues of strengthening trade relations and bilateral investments were discussed. The Russian minister also invited Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the BRICS summit to be held in October 2024 in Kazan.
The ISW report also cites Lavrov’s statement in July, where he noted that Russia and China are seeking to create a Eurasian security architecture through cooperation with the Gulf states. Analysts assume that Lavrov’s meetings with the leaders of this region were aimed precisely at promoting this idea.
According to ISW, the visit is part of the Kremlin’s overall strategy to advance its concept of Eurasian security, which is part of Russia’s long-term goal of weakening Western unity, destroying NATO from within, and undermining the existing world order.
The Cooperation Council of the Arab States of the Persian Gulf (GCC) is a regional international organization founded in 1981. It includes Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia. In addition, membership in the organization is offered to Jordan and Morocco.
The main goal of the GCC is coordination, cooperation and integration of member countries in the spheres of economy, social development and culture. The organization also aims to create a joint armed force to respond promptly to threats in the region.
In addition, the report notes that Russia recently abandoned plans to supply weapons to Yemen’s Houthis due to pressure from the United States and Saudi Arabia. At the same time, India plans to send its representative to Moscow to discuss peace initiatives to end the war between Russia and Ukraine.
