North Caucasian peoples’ ethno-political associations and their impact on sociopolitical processes in modern times
For the frst time in the last 20 years ethnic identity and super ethnic interests in the region began to be highlighted in the Caucasian politics. We should note that in the North Caucasus located in the border of Europe and Asia, between the Black and Caspian Seas the impact of ethno political groups on public processes is taken place in an active way in the modern times. Considering geopolitical position and natural resources this region has been on the focus of interests of mighty empires for many centuries. Cultural and ethnic diversity of the Caucasus prove the richness of civilization, and also leads to ethnic diversity which is the source of regional conficts that hinder economic and public development.