Cover; Contents; List of Maps; List of Abbreviations; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 An Introduction to the Politics of the Black Sea Nations; 2 The Black Sea Region as the EU's Neighbourhood; 3 US-Russian Tensions in the Region; 4 The Conflicts of the Region; 5 Energy and the Black Sea Region; 6 The Black Sea Region as a Possible Future Security Community; 7 Conclusions: EU Neighbourhood, Conflict Zone or Future Security Community?; Bibliography; Index
Summary
The Politics of the Black Sea Region explores and examines the many diverse political, security and economic interests that affect the region and the possible outcomes for it. By reviewing the wider history and examining the political systems and policies of the Black Sea nations and organizations as well as analyzing current tensions and future trends, it provides an invaluable, comprehensive and unique political guide to this fascinating area
