The Russian Economy: A Very Short Introduction
The Russian Economy: A Very Short Introduction Russia today is as prominent in international affairs as it was at the height of the Cold War. For many, Russia's political influence far exceeds its…
Specifikacia The Russian Economy: A Very Short Introduction
The Russian Economy: A Very Short Introduction
Russia today is as prominent in international affairs as it was at the height of the Cold War. For many, Russia's political influence far exceeds its weight in the global economy. Yet the role that the economy plays in supporting Russia's position as a 'great power' on the international stage is poorly understood.
Its status as one of the largest wheat and grain exporters shapes commodity prices across the globe, while Russia's enormous arms industry, second only to the United States, provides it with the means to pursue an increasingly assertive foreign policy. However, Russia is one of the largest economies in the world; it is not only one of the world's most important exporters of oil and gas, but also of other natural resources, such as diamonds and gold. All this means that Russia's economy is crucial in serving the country's political objectives, both within Russia and across the