The Security Index Yearbook 2026–2027 is a timely, rigorous, and insightful publication. For scholars of Russia, Eurasia, BRICS, and multipolarity, it offers valuable understanding of Russian strategic thinking and its vision of international security and the evolving Eurasian order
As an Indian scholar specializing in Russia and Eurasian affairs, I found the Security Index Yearbook 2026–2027 (Global Edition) to be a significant contribution to contemporary strategic studies. Published jointly by MGIMO University and PIR Center, the volume presents a comprehensive Russian perspective on global security, multipolarity, arms control, emerging technologies, and regional geopolitical developments. Rather than merely documenting international events, it offers a coherent analytical framework for understanding how Russia interprets the evolving global order, making it an invaluable resource for scholars of Russian strategic thought.
A major strength of the Yearbook is its thematic breadth. It integrates discussions on nuclear deterrence, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, Eurasian security, BRICS, Russia-China relations, West Asia, Africa, and global governance within a single analytical framework. The editors deserve credit for bringing together leading scholars, diplomats, and practitioners, ensuring a balanced combination of academic rigor and policy relevance. The extensive use of data, infographics, interviews, and historical analysis further enhances the volume’s accessibility and practical value.
From an Indian perspective, the Yearbook is particularly noteworthy for recognizing India as one of the key sovereign poles in the emerging multipolar order. Unlike many Western strategic publications that primarily frame India through the Indo-Pacific or China-centric lens, this volume situates India within the broader Eurasian strategic landscape. Its discussion of India’s strategic autonomy, engagement with BRICS, the SCO, and the Quad, and its balanced diplomacy accurately reflects New Delhi’s contemporary foreign policy.
The Yearbook also acknowledges India’s growing importance in Russia’s long-term strategic calculations. Its assessment of India’s role in BRICS, expanding economic significance, and the opportunities presented by India’s 2026 BRICS Chairmanship underscores Moscow’s view of New Delhi as an indispensable partner in shaping future global governance. This reinforces the enduring relevance of the India–Russia strategic partnership within Eurasia.
Overall, the Security Index Yearbook 2026–2027 is a timely, rigorous, and insightful publication. For scholars of Russia, Eurasia, BRICS, and multipolarity, it offers valuable understanding of Russian strategic thinking and its vision of international security and the evolving Eurasian order.
