Join CSIS for discussion about the future of U.S.-Russian relations from the perspective of some of the preeminent Russian opposition figures. RSVP here.

As of May 7, Vladimir Putin has begun his fourth term as the President of the Russian Federation. The next six years seem poised to be pivotal, with U.S. foreign policy in flux, the world responding, and Russia redefining its roles and responsibilities. Yet, one trend that continues unabated is a downward spiral in tensions between Moscow and Washington. Many western experts see Putin himself as the reason for problems past and present. What, then, does his continued rule mean for U.S. Russian relations, and how might each country adjust its policies to better further domestic, foreign policy, and security goals? Join us in this conversation with past Russian government and opposition leaders regarding what Moscow and Washington can do, and what they are likely to. This event is organized in cooperation with the Institute of Modern Russia (IMR).

Speakers: 

Andrei Kozyrev, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation (1991-1996)

Vitali Shkliarov, Former Senior Campaign Adviser to Ksenia Sobchak

Vladimir Kara-Murza, Vice Chairman of Open Russia; Former Deputy Leader of the People's Freedom Party

Olga Oliker, Senior Adviser and Director, Russia and Eurasia Program