ABSTRACT

As the two most influential and powerful actors in Eurasia the nature of the Turkish-Russian relationship affects the situation in the Black Sea, South Caucasus, Central Asia and Middle East and steers the foreign policy formulations of both regional states and global powers. Examining post-Cold War relations between Eurasia’s most prominent actors, this book takes into account regional dynamics and global power struggles and identifies three important stages in Turkish-Russian relations during the period. Using complex interdependency theory the author offers valuable insights into the initial confrontational period and its transition to an atmosphere of compromise, cooperation and the evolution of multi-dimensional partnership. Leadership theory then explains the most recent deterioration in rapport as crises in Syria and Ukraine have placed severe strain on the previously warm bilateral relations.

chapter 1|15 pages

Introduction

part I|15 pages

Multiple ties that bind Turkey and Russia

chapter 1|13 pages

Flourishing of a multifaceted relationship

part II|69 pages

The issues of competition and cooperation

part III|34 pages

Consolidation of economic association

chapter 7|24 pages

Broadening and deepening of economic bonds

chapter |8 pages

Conclusion