Testimony Before the U.S. Helsinki Commission on U.S.-Azerbaijan Relations

Dr. Brenda Shaffer testified before the U.S. Helsinki Commission during a hearing examining the security, economic, and human rights dimensions of U.S.-Azerbaijan relations. The hearing explored Azerbaijan’s strategic importance to the United States, including its role in regional security, energy cooperation, and broader geopolitical developments in the South Caucasus. In her testimony, Dr. Shaffer discussed […]

Testimony Before the U.S. Congress on Iranian Influence in the South Caucasus

Dr. Brenda Shaffer testified before the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe and Eurasia regarding Iranian influence in the South Caucasus and the surrounding region. During her testimony, Dr. Shaffer discussed Iran’s strategic interests in the South Caucasus, including its relationships with Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia; Tehran’s regional objectives; the importance of energy and […]

Testimony Before Congress on the Caucasus and Caspian Region

Dr. Brenda Shaffer testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on International Relations Subcommittee on Europe during a hearing titled “The Caucasus and Caspian Region: Understanding U.S. Interests and Policy.” The hearing examined the strategic importance of the Caucasus and Caspian regions to U.S. foreign policy, including issues related to energy security, regional stability, […]