This report examines the Russian Orthodox Church’s close alignment with the Kremlin’s agenda, highlighting its support for Moscow’s aggression in Ukraine and questioning its compliance with UK charity laws, regarding political neutrality and public benefit.
The report discusses the Middle Corridor, a strategic trade route connecting China and Europe via Kazakhstan, the Caspian Sea, and Turkey. It highlights its environmental benefits, investment opportunities in Kazakhstan, and geopolitical advantages over Russian routes. Despite infrastructure and political challenges, the route aligns with the UK's post-Brexit strategy for diversified global trade and environmental sustainability.