Russia Sanctions Discussion at LIIA Event: Impact Analysis

At the yearly Riga Dialogue gathering, the Latvian Institute of International Affairs (LIIA) is set to facilitate a "provocative and candid" conversation.

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2025 September 11 . 5:54 PM

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Discussion Session at LIIA Focused on Sanctions' Effect on Russia

Russia Sanctions Discussion at LIIA Event: Impact Analysis

The annual Riga Dialogue, an event that gathers policy-makers and experts from around the world, is set to take place once again. Organised by the Latvian Institute of International Affairs, this year's discussion promises to be as insightful as ever, focusing on current challenges to Euro-Atlantic security.

The Riga Dialogue enjoys the support of several esteemed organisations, including the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, the European Commission Representation in Latvia, the European Leadership Network, and the Nuclear Threat Initiative.

Alexey Yusupov, the Director of the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Russia programme, will be one of the key speakers at the event. Mr. Yusupov views sanctions against Russia as impactful, but he warns against miscalculations in their application. He expresses concern that such missteps could lead to unintended negative consequences, such as strengthening nationalist sentiments within Russia.

Joining Mr. Yusupov is Iain Begg, a Professorial Research Fellow at the European Institute, London School of Economics and Political Science. Dr. Kai-Olaf Lang, a Senior Fellow at the EU/Europe Research Division of the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP), will also be present.

The Riga Dialogue is not just a forum for discussion; it also provides policy recommendations on current challenges to Euro-Atlantic security. Participants from the European Union, the United States, and other countries will work together to find solutions to these pressing issues.

For more details about the Riga Dialogue, interested parties are encouraged to visit the event's official website. The Riga Dialogue is an invaluable opportunity for those who are serious about shaping the future of Euro-Atlantic security.