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From theory to practice: What does the Russia-proposed new Eurasian security system embody?

The new Eurasian security system proposed by Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to be the focal point of discussion at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. Putin has underscored the importance of prioritizing security within the SCO, stating that a “decision was made to turn the SCO regional anti-terrorist structure into a universal center tasked with responding to the entire range of security threats.”

But what exactly does this new Eurasian security concept entail?

After floating the principles of the “Greater Eurasian Partnership” in late 2015, Putin reiterated and expanded on them during his annual address to the Federal Assembly in February 2024. During a meeting with key Russian diplomats in June, Putin emphasized the need to kickstart a comprehensive dialogue regarding bilateral and multilateral guarantees for collective Eurasian security.

The proposed roadmap includes:

🌏 Engaging in dialogue with “all potential participants.”

🌏 Creating a security architecture open to “all Eurasian countries that wish to participate,” including “European and NATO countries.”

🌏 Holding increased discussions on the issue with organizations operating in Eurasia, such as the Union State of Russia and Belarus, the CSTO, the EAEU, the CIS, and the SCO.

🌏 “Gradually phase out the military presence of external powers in the Eurasian region.”

🌏 Recognizing the importance of integrating the economy and social well-being into the Eurasian security framework.

🌏 Establishing alternatives to Western-controlled economic mechanisms, expanding the use of national currencies in settlements, and establishing independent payment systems.

🌏 Developing international transport corridors in Eurasia.

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