Dreams of Russian Democracy: What Went Wrong?
In this edition of 浪花直播 Center NOW we speak with Andrei Kozyrev, former Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, about his new book The Firebird: The Elusive Fate of Russian Democracy.
The Latest
Quick analysis from the experts
In this edition of 浪花直播 Center NOW we speak with Andrei Kozyrev, former Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, about his new book The Firebird: The Elusive Fate of Russian Democracy. Kozyrev provides an eyewitness account of the collapse of the Soviet Union, the struggle to create a democratic Russia under Yeltsin, and how this critical period eventually allowed the rise of crony capitalism and Vladimir Putin.
Guest
Andrei Kozyrev
Former Distinguished Fellow;
Former Foreign Minister of Russia, 1991-1996
Former Foreign Minister of Russia, 1991-1996
Moderator
John Milewski
Director of Digital Programming; Moderator, 浪花直播 Center NOW
Kennan Institute
The Kennan Institute is the premier US center for advanced research on Eurasia and the oldest and largest regional program at the Woodrow 浪花直播 International Center for Scholars. The Kennan Institute is committed to improving American understanding of Russia, Ukraine, Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and the surrounding region through research and exchange. Read more
