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How could Kushner's peace-seeking business deals affect Vladimir Putin's strategic interests?

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Kushner's peace efforts could force Russia to negotiate state asset sales Jared Kushner is pursuing business opportunities, such as bringing US investors into the Nord Stream pipelines or negotiating the sale of Lukoil assets, as a means to facilitate peace in Europe. These discussions have taken place with Kirill Dmitriev, a close adviser to Vladimir Putin. The reports indicate that any such deals must be negotiated by Russia, involving US authorities and the US International Development Finance Corporation. This process means that the Russian state, under Putin's leadership, would need to engage in high-stakes negotiations regarding the disposition of major state energy assets.

Reported by 1 independent outlet Written Oct 9
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  • Kushner has held talks with Kirill Dmitriev, a close adviser to Russian President Vladimir Putin.straitstimes.com
  • Kushner views doing business as central to restoring peace between Russia and Ukraine.straitstimes.com
  • The Nord Stream gas pipelines are sanctioned by the US and the EU, making any restart illegal.straitstimes.com
  • The company controlling the Nord Stream gas pipelines is 51% owned by Russian state energy giant Gazprom.straitstimes.com

Why it matters

The potential for US investment in Russian state assets, such as Nord Stream or Lukoil, represents a major strategic shift for the Russian leadership. If these deals move forward, they would involve the disposition of key national energy infrastructure, which is a core element of Russia's geopolitical and economic power.

This effort is taking place against a backdrop of deep European mistrust of Russia's motives and ongoing geopolitical conflict. While some German lawmakers fear that business deals would bolster Moscow as it pursues war with Ukraine, Kushner is advocating for 'prosperity agreements' to encourage peace.

What we don't know yet

  • Will Vladimir Putin approve the negotiation of Russian state assets for peace deals?
  • How will the US government respond to the potential sale of sanctioned Russian energy assets?

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US authorities lift sanctions on Lukoil or Nord StreamThe potential for these business deals would become more immediate and concrete, increasing the pressure on the Russian state to negotiate.
European countries strongly resist reopening Nord StreamThe political hurdles for any energy deal would increase, making the strategic impact on Russia less likely in the medium term.

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