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Moldova’s Energy Future

Russia has attempted to exert influence over Moldova through manipulating or threatening to manipulate energy prices and flows, and until recently, Moldova’s long-standing efforts to develop and reform its energy sector have produced minimal results.

Report by Daniel F. Runde, Leah Kieff, and Thomas Bryja — October 11, 2024

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Senior Vice President; William A. Schreyer Chair; Director, Project on Prosperity and Development
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Moldova’s Energy Future

Russia has attempted to exert influence over Moldova through manipulating or threatening to manipulate energy prices and flows, and until recently, Moldova’s long-standing efforts to develop and reform its energy sector have produced minimal results.

Report by Daniel F. Runde, Leah Kieff, and Thomas Bryja — October 11, 2024

Driving Impact Live: From Peace Corps Volunteer to Director

CSIS welcomed Carol Spahn, Director of the Peace Corps, to discuss her journey from volunteering in Romania after the end of the Cold War to becoming the 21st Peace Corps Director and a renowned leader in the international development field.

Transcript — September 24, 2024

Moldova’s October Presidential Election and EU Referendum

This October's Moldovan election is unique for several reasons, including that citizens will be voting not only for their next president but also on changing the Moldovan constitution to enshrine EU membership as a goal for Moldova.

Critical Questions by Leah Kieff — September 18, 2024

Moldova’s Gas Futures

Without true energy independence from Russia, the threat of Moscow turning off the heat in Chisinau or creating a crisis in Transnistria will remain a geopolitical tool to pressure or destabilize Moldova.

Critical Questions by Daniel F. Runde, Leah Kieff, and Thomas Bryja — September 9, 2024

Removing Bottlenecks for the Private Sector

Despite the war, Ukraine has been undertaking a series of reforms to combat corruption, prepare the country for EU membership, and improve the overall business environment.

Report by Romina Bandura, Daria Figlus, and Ilya Timtchenko — September 3, 2024

Approaches to Digital Public Infrastructure in the Global South

Digital public infrastructure is changing lives and boosting economic opportunities, but building these systems is not risk free. Several countries in the Global South are prioritizing inclusivity, cooperation, and transparency to approach the challenges they face.

Report by Romina Bandura, Madeleine McLean, and Caroline Smutny — August 26, 2024

Reintroducing Concessional Loans into the Development Toolbox

China is exploiting nations by swapping debt for equity. Enabling a solution for the global debt crisis may require the United States to incorporate loans into its international development strategy.

Report by Daniel F. Runde, Rafael Romeu, and Austin Hardman — August 20, 2024