CACI Webinar: The West's Inflection Point in the Caucasus: Untying the Georgian Knot

Western policymakers face a critical strategic choice: Should they prioritize a cooperative Georgia or a reform-oriented Georgia? This panel discussion examines decades of Western engagement in the Caucasus, analyzing the strategic missteps and policy failures outlined in the new policy paper, The West's Inflection Point in the Caucasus: Untying the Georgian Knot.
Our expert panel explores:

The evolution of Western strategy in Georgia and the broader Caucasus region

How past policy approaches have shaped current challenges

Black Sea security dynamics and their implications for regional stability

Russian foreign policy objectives and influence operations in the South Caucasus

Pathways for recalibrating Western engagement to balance strategic interests with democratic values

The intersection of energy security, connectivity, and geopolitical competition in the region

Featured Speakers:
John DiPirro - Senior Fellow for Eurasia, Central Asia-Caucasus Institute, American Foreign Policy Council
Laura Linderman - Senior Fellow and Director of Programs, Central Asia-Caucasus Institute, American Foreign Policy Council
Tengiz Pkhaladze - Senior Fellow at ECIPE and Associate Professor, Georgian Institute of Public Affairs
Moderated by:
Tamar Kekenadze - Managing Director, CAMCA Regional Forum

This conversation offers essential insights for understanding the strategic choices facing Western policymakers as they navigate complex regional dynamics in the Caucasus.

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