An Interview with William Partlett

17 August 2021
Assocate Professor William Partlett of the University of Melbourne is one of the leading Australian experts on Russian politics and Alexei Navalny. Ahead of the Australian Institute of International Affairs roundtable on Navalny and the Russian Parliamentary elections, Professor Partlett answered a few questions for our channel:

- You’re interested in writing about Alexei Navalny and opposition politics in Russia. What is the angle that you’re taking towards your subject?
- What and who are the key sources for your research on Alexei Navalny?
- What sparked your interest in Russian politics and Alexei Navalny specifically?
- How would you characterise the level of interest in Russia and Alexei Navalny in Australia?
- Do you think the Australian government is taking notice of the crackdown on political opposition and independent media in Russia?
- Do you think Australian politicians are aware about the upcoming Parliamentary elections in Russia? How do you expect the Australian government to react to reports of electoral violations which are very likely?

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