Established in 1994, the Carnegie Moscow Center is a leading source of in-depth analysis and insight on the complex issues facing Russia and the countries of the former Soviet Union. The center’s priority areas focus on foreign policy and security strategy, domestic politics and economics, and societal trends. United by a commitment to evidence-based, nonpartisan research on a broad range of challenges, Carnegie Moscow combines unparalleled local and regional expertise with a global perspective to provide both actionable and impactful policy recommendations.
Research on the trends shaping Russia’s policies, including the evolving role of its elites, the changing social conditions and societal attitudes, and the shifting relations between the federal center and the country’s many regions.
In-depth analysis of Moscow’s foreign policy and security strategies and its relationships with the United States, India, and European and Middle Eastern countries; and the generation of actionable ideas and policy frameworks for key policy audiences.
Monitoring and analysis of Russia’s growing ties with China and other Asian countries, with focus on the possible emergence of a Beijing-led Pax Sinica regional order in the technology, financial, and security domains; development of a better understanding of regional issues through dialogue with Asia-based experts.
Trenin is a regular commenter for Carnegie.ru, where he analyzes the latest changes to Russia’s foreign policy, from relations with the West to Ukraine to the Middle East. He also frequently writes books that examine Russia’s evolving position and role in the world. He published Russia in 2019, explaining pivotal moments in Russia’s history since 1900 and offering lessons it can draw from that tale.
Recent ResearchIn an increasingly crowded, chaotic, and contested world and marketplace of ideas, the Carnegie Moscow Center offers decisionmakers global, independent, and strategic insight and innovative ideas that advance international peace.
Follow UsCarnegie Moscow’s professionals come from a variety of disciplines and backgrounds but are committed to Andrew Carnegie’s original vision of promoting peace through better mutual understanding and dialogue.
Carnegie Moscow offers three- to twelve-month unpaid internships to undergraduate and graduate students interested in supporting the center’s research, communications, and development activities. Interns are fully integrated into the center’s work and have the opportunity to attend internal meetings, professional trainings, and public events arranged by Carnegie Moscow.
All eligible applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected group.