Rahim Yusif Rahimov: The vast energy resources of Central Asia have led to a growing competition between Russia, who views the region as within its rightful sphere of influence, and Western nations. To ensure the security of its energy resources, the EU should use its Eastern Partnership to downplay both the NATO and Russian military presence in the region.
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Andrey Chubyk: Despite being in the center of Europe, Ukraine does not have the perspective of full integration into the Union. However, the Eastern Partnership offered by Poland and Sweden offers the possibility for both the EU and Ukraine to develop a more mutually acceptable, long-term relationship.
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