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All items tagged Russian economyOpen Think Tank ArticlesOctober 12, 2011 | Russia: The Knight at the CrossroadsMaxim Miroshnikov: Russia finds itself at a crossroads facing a set of opportunities and challenges in regards to its demographic situation, military, economy and governance. Despite undergoing dramatic economic improvement, Russia remains a great power in name only. ... MoreJanuary 12, 2011 | Developing the Russian Economy Through Financial LiteracyNatalia Smirnova: In order to stimulate the Russian economy, citizens need to become more involved in the banking and financial system by investing in stocks and bonds. However, marketing bank loans and investment in financial markets to people will not help unless it is combined with a program of financial literacy for everyone. ... MoreApril 14, 2008 | Rethinking Energy Inc.Andreas Goldthau: The extent to which Russia’s resources are sustaining the country’s growth and influencing its foreign policy tends to be overstated. Having to adapt to domestic and geopolitical circumstances, and the rules of the global market considerably restricts the Kremlin’s room for maneuver. ... MoreGlobal Must Read ArticlesDecember 9, 2010 | Future of Eurozone a Worry for Russia45% of Russia’s reserves are held in Euros, but Russia’s Central Bank apparently has no backup plan for what to do should the Euro crash. ++ Speculations as to the future of the Eurozone abound in Moscow, as observers fear that Germany might get fed up with having to constantly rescue weaker members. ++ Most experts consider a break-up of the Eurozone unlikely, as it would have serious ... MoreOctober 31, 2008 | Mr. Putin, Your Economy is ShowingCommodity prices are falling, Western credit has dried up, and Russia has failed to diversify its economy. ++ Russia’s dazzlingly successful economy turned out to be just make-believe. ++ Despite the professionalism of the finance ministry’s rescue plan, Putin does not see the need to make that consistent with his foreign policy. ++ He can no longer assume Russia’s energy power ... MoreOctober 8, 2008 | Financial Crisis Sheds New Light on RussiaThe financial crisis stole the spotlight from the Russia-Georgian conflict, but it also sheds new light on the topic. ++ Reasonable attitudes are conquering politics because we are suddenly “all in the same boat.” ++ Russian weaknesses are now clearly evident. ++ If the world economy is growing slower, Russia’s oil leverage is suddenly less weighty and its military modernization will ... MoreAugust 29, 2008 | Russia Scares Off its Own InvestorsInternational investors were already troubled by Russia’s economic problems, but Russia’s recent actions toward Georgia have created diplomatic tensions, which may scare off investors. ++ The outcome of the US election could be a major factor in how Western relations with Russia develop. ++ Weak legal protections for foreign investors who irk Russian authorities will also deter investments. ++ ... MoreMay 5, 2008 | Can Medvedev Sustain Russia's Growth?President-elect Dmitry Medvedev realizes that high economic growth cannot be sustained as long as Russia relies primarily on macroeconomic policy and rising oil prices, and inequality and corruption remain widespread. ++ His rhetoric suggests that he will seek to encourage entrepreneurship, empower civil society, and create an independent judiciary in order to diversify the economy and combat ... MoreCommentsNovember 29, 2009 | Understanding Russian Federation Plans for...November 19, 2009 | Russia in Transition How does a country...August 27, 2009 | Russian Paradigm Shift An alternative best...July 28, 2009 | The Emerging New Russia Russia is in the... |
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