Nikola Mikovic
Journalist at Freelance
Analyst/journalist/columnist. Focus: #Russia, #Belarus, #Ukraine, #Energy, among other topics Tweets in English, српски & по-русски https://t.co/nOiQS5kHTb
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1 week ago |
news.cgtn.com | Nikola Mikovic
Previously, on May 28, for the first time in a long while, United States official representatives participated in a forum under the auspices of Russia's Security Council, held in Moscow. All that, however, does not mean that the Kremlin aims to downplay its ties with the Global South. The list of participants at the SPIEF makes that clear. In 2023, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune was the main speaker at the SPIEF.
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1 week ago |
timesca.com | Nikola Mikovic
As Russia remains preoccupied with the war in Ukraine and the United States is focused on the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, China is seeking to increase its presence in Central Asia. In the current circumstances, the European Union and Beijing appear to be the most active players in the strategically important region; but who is in a better position? Central Asia has become a region where various foreign powers are competing for influence.
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2 weeks ago |
moderndiplomacy.eu | Nikola Mikovic
Outer space is once again becoming a stage for strategic competition. From the rise of SpaceX and Blue Origin to China’s lunar ambitions and the proliferation of new state and commercial actors in low-Earth orbit, the global space race has re-entered the spotlight. In this competitive context, a site with a seven-decade legacy – the Baikonur Cosmodrome in southern Kazakhstan – is regaining relevance.
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3 weeks ago |
timesca.com | Nikola Mikovic
ASTANA - War-torn Afghanistan, now led by the Taliban, is in desperate need of funding. The radical group is seizing every opportunity to secure not only financial support but also major infrastructure projects that could help rebuild the country. In late May, a delegation of Taliban representatives, led by Haji Nooruddin Azizi, the Minister of Trade and Industry, visited Kazakhstan to attend the Astana International Forum (AIF).
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4 weeks ago |
timesca.com | Nikola Mikovic
ASTANA - Central Asia is no longer on the periphery of global events, but a place where major countries come together with their ideas, money, and projects. In a turbulent and highly uncertain geopolitical environment, global powers are seeking to establish their presence in this strategic, energy-rich region. Italy is no exception. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was initially scheduled to visit Kazakhstan in late April, but in light of Pope Francis' passing her trip to Astana was canceled.
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This is exactly what I was talking about the other day. When Ukraine hits a target in Russia, we know exactly what was hit (in this case, a military plant). But when Russia hits a “target” in Ukraine, it’s just “something, somewhere” - in this case, an empty field near Rivne. https://t.co/Uiu6brxg6j
Overnight Ukrainian drones conducted a successful strike on the "VNIIR-Progress" plant, Cheboksary, which produces components for a number of Russian weapon systems, including the "Shahid" drone. Two Ukrainian UAVs can be seen directly impacting the plant, setting it on fire. https://t.co/AW6jJVSJdp
Александра Вучића подржавају: Сједињене Америчке Државе, Европска унија, Велика Британија, Русија, Кина, опозиција, и значајан део становништва. И докле год је тако, шансе да он изгуби било какве изборе су равне нули.
Have they met in Istanbul for the first round of peace talks? https://t.co/MQRBmsmL3i
