Transition Project

long-term inquiry into how Russia might move from authoritarian rule toward democracy. We think through the strategies and scenarios such a transition would demand, what it takes to rebuild the rule of law, and what the experience of other countries can teach about getting it right

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11 publications
Reforms

The Transition Project

Plan for Russia’s Transition to Democracy, Peace and Prosperity

Report May 30, 2024
Reforms

The Transition Project: Restoration of Basic Freedoms

What should be done to reconstruct rights and freedoms?

Report by Olga Khvostunova May 29, 2024
Reforms

The Transition Project: Establishing the Rule of Law

These decisions reflect the fundamental role of an independent judiciary and legal profession in upholding these principles. The IBA also welcomes and supports the efforts of its member…

Report by Ekaterina Mishina May 29, 2024
Reforms

The Transition Project: Russia at Peace with the World

Foreign policy from the perspective of civil society and humanitarian knowledge

Report by Vasiliy Zharkov May 29, 2024
Reforms

The Transition Project: The Importance of Timing

How to avoid making new mistakes

Report by Vasily Gatov May 29, 2024
Reforms

The Transition Project: Devolution of Power

Prospects for Political Decentralization in Russia

Report by Irina Busygina May 29, 2024
Reforms

The Transition Project: Decentralization of the Economy

Economic reforms and decentralization in Russia

Report by Sergey Guriev May 29, 2024
Reforms

The Transition Project: Role of International Organizations

Foreign Policy After the Change of Power in Russia

Report by Vasily Gatov May 29, 2024
Politics

The Transition Project: Scenarios for Democratic Transition

Under what circumstances could the collapse of Putin’s regime occur, what will replace it?

Report by Vasiliy Zharkov May 29, 2024
Politics

The Transition Project: Power Coalitions. Approaches and Likely Composition of Participants in Russia’s Post-Putin Transition

We may not have direct insight into the thoughts and intentions of Russian elites. However, we can speculate on the areas they need to consider for embracing change

Report by Vasiliy Zharkov Mar 14, 2024

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