Russia

From the Archives

Oil May Not Grease Friendship

Previously filed under: General Globalization
A paper testing the idea that a strong entrepreneurial spirit can indicate a prospective US ally, while oil wealth indicates a divergence of interest.

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Russia Puts Energy Importers Over a Barrel

Previously filed under: Global Economy
Current negotiations may redirect large quantities of Russian energy supplies into Asia rather than being sent west to Europe.

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Fewer Babies Pose Difficult Challenges for Europe

Europe has the world's oldest average population which is causing many European governments to worry about the long-term economic, social, and political impact.

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The Rising and Falling Power of Hydrocarbon States

The oil card is good for only a few rounds in the long-term game of international diplomacy.

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Russia's Progress and Regress

Previously filed under: Asia, Global Economy
Charles Wolf, Jr. discusses the changes and improvements in the Russian economy and what the future might hold for this transitional economy.

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Russia Seeks Greater Economic Influence in Europe

Previously filed under: Europe and Middle East, Global Economy
Russian president Vladimir Putin plans to buy his way into key industries in Europe armed with oil and natural gas revenues worth billions of dollars.

Stories We're Watching

As Africa's consumers rise, so does inequality

Yale Global Online - Fri, 02/03/2012 - 10:17
Kenya struggles to spread the wealth from rapid growth.

U.N. says famine in Somalia over, but risks remain

New York Times - Fri, 02/03/2012 - 22:56
A bumper harvest and a surge in emergency food aid have ended a famine in Somalia that killed tens of thousands of people, the United Nations said on Friday.

Looking forward, Fiji turns to its canoeing past

International Herald Tribune - Fri, 02/03/2012 - 23:27
The traditional canoe is at the center of several projects aimed at reducing Fiji’s energy consumption, providing islanders with cheaper transport, keeping local traditions alive, and giving a boost to tourism.

The 6 questions that lead to new innovations

Fast Company's Co.Exist - Fri, 02/03/2012 - 07:00
It is often said that innovation is at the core of sustainability, but turning that abstract idea into action isn’t always easy. How do true innovators actually make the leap from status quo to full-on disruption?

Brazil deepens strategic cooperation with Cuba

Inter Press Service - development - Mon, 02/06/2012 - 12:11
Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff's visit to Cuba served to further strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries, leverage the South American giant's investments in the Caribbean island, and deepen political ties.

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