Rule of Law Initiative

The pursuit of the “rule of law” continues to engage citizens and governments both on a national and international level.  But while this term conveys different meanings depending on a country’s legal system and traditions, it covers a host of common concerns, such as good governance, property rights, human rights, public accountability, judicial independence, access to justice, transparency, global trade and the establishment of international legal norms. 

Moscow, August 10 2019. Protesters at allowed meeting at Sakharova Ave in Russia's capital.The meeting united more than 60 000 people being the biggest meeting since 2012 organized by opposition.

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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 Wilson 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 though research and exchange.   Read more

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