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On this episode we talk with Dr. Robert Cutler, a specialist in energy security, geo-economics and European/Eurasian affairs. We discuss Canada's refusal to supply LNG to Germany and Japan, as well as efforts from European countries to find alternate sources of energy following the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Dr, Robert Cutler is a Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and a Senior Fellow and...

On this episode we talk with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, Strategy International's Founder and CEO. We go over 2022, SI's inaugural year and discuss the very ambitious goals for 2023. We also go over some of the more pressing issues in East Europe and the developments of the Ukraine-Russia war, as well as the mounting tensions between Greece and Turkey. Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos is an Associate Prof...

On this episode we talk with Dr. James Phelps, an International Affairs expert and Professor at NSU in Florida, Aurora University in Illinois and Capitol Technical University in Washington DC. He is a generalist in international relations research and gives lectures on a variety of topics. Prior to becoming a professor, Dr. Phelps served for 21 years in the U.S. Navy in a variety of assignments. H...

On this episode we talk with Dr. Michael Grossman who gives us a perspective from the Russian side of the conflict. What is happening on the ground? Is there really a sentiment for a "Greater Russia"? Are the Russian people uniting around Putin? The effects following a recent Ukrainian drone attack on Russian airfields and much more. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus...

On this episode we talk with Dr. Mohamed Badine El Yattioui who takes into a deep analysis of the recent, and quite intense, elections in Brazil. Following the very close victory and comeback of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, we explore the ever-present reality of ideological polarization, the political shift in Brazil and what it means for the relations with regional partners in the Americas as well...

On this episode, Dr. Nir Boms takes us through the Abraham Accords, the reason behind their inception, what they mean for the parties involved and their importance for regional stability. Dr. Boms is a writer, researcher and commentator on Middle East Affairs. He serves as research fellow at the Moshe Dayan Center at Tel Aviv University where he is the Chairman of the Syria Research Forum and the...

On this episode, Dr. Frederic Lemieux explains Russia's recent shift towards an offensive nuclear threat strategy an how this can be a precursor to a possible behaviour of other nuclear countries. He also discusses how the current conflict between China and Ukraine could serve as a blueprint for a potential conflict between China and Taiwan. Dr. Frederic Lemieux is a Professor and Faculty Director...

On this episode we talk with Dr. Nineta Polemi. She is a professor on cybersecurity at the University of Piraeus. Wth over 150 publications and numerous conferences on the matter, she is a leading expert on an issue that is quickly becoming a priority for governments, institutions and businesses worldwide. This podcast is made for Strategy International (SI) Ltd, Cyprus All Copyrights Reserved © 2...

On this episode, Dr. Dimitris Tsarouhas discusses the ever-relevant challenges that the European Union is facing such as the rise of populism and national Euroscepticism, the refugee migration, the energy crisis, regional security and leadership, the future of the European Political Community and much more. Dr. Dimitris Tsarouhas is an Associate Professor at Virginia Tech with countless publicatio...

In this 7th episode, Dr. Kleanthis Kyriakidis, while discussing the Russia-Ukraine conflict, delves into historical similarities of illegal invasions and occupations. He also talks about his experience as a naval captain dealing with various Turkish provocative challenges in the eastern Mediterranean which still remain a daily occurrence and have spiked tensions with Greece. Dr. Kyriakidis is an a...

In our 6th episode, Dr. Francis Schortgen gives an analytic portrayal on the recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the possibility of it being a precursor to a China-Taiwan conflict. In addition, he discusses the recent social uprising against the Iranian regime. Dr. Francis Schortgen Senior Consultant - International Business & Security in Asia is the Associate Dean of Faculty at...

In our fifth episode, Dr. Kostas Lavdas discusses latest developments and dynamics in the Russia-Ukraine war; the newly-created European Political Community and the future of this new framework; the rising tensions in Eastern Mediterranean and what this means for the region as well as the NATO alliance. Dr. Kostas Lavdas is the Director of Graduate Program in International Relations and Strategic...

In our fourth episode, Shishir Upadhyaya discusses his extensive experience as an Indian Naval Officer. He also explains the political dynamics of the Indo-Pacific region, the challenges and the shift between the India and China balance of power. He goes into a detailed description of strategic alliances and initiatives in the region such as the Indo-Pacific Strategy, AUKUS and more. Shishir Upadh...

In our third episode, Ambassador Gela Bezhuashvili discusses life experiences. How experiences shaped and shaped the current state of political affairs and opinions. Defines and discusses public service during and after the fall of the Soviet Union, the bid for Georgian EU membership, and the War in Ukraine, among others. Ambassador Bezhuashvilli is a career diplomat and Georgian politician. He is...

In our second episode, Dr. Josef Demergis discusses diplomacy's role in the Ukraine war. Turkey's role in the conflict, the evolution of relations with China and the West, and the ongoing cyber foreign policy, among other issues. Dr. Demergis is head of Research and Analysis of Strategy International. Holds a Ph. D. in International relations, applied strategic studies to include risk assessments,...

In this first episode of the Strategy International Podcast, we discuss with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, the CEO of Strategy International. We hear about his decision, motivation, and aspirations to create this international think tank and consulting company. We examine the current state of international affairs, analyzing the geostrategic landscape and ongoing challenges and threats.