Fortius Quo Fidelius? - Hierarchy and Bargaining in Russia’s Relations with Transnistria and Abkhazia since 1991

This book examines how the unrecognized “republics” of Transnistria and Abkhazia, despite their loyalty to Russia, have occasionally challenged Moscow's authority. Both regions have used economic and cultural leverage to influence Russian policies, revealing a more nuanced dynamic in their relationships with the Kremlin.