Russian Federation Rising Power: Strengths and Weaknesses

Authors : Ahmed Yousif KEITAN

Pages : 112-139

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Publication Date : 2017-05-10

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The ongoing developments in the Russian Federation since the beginning of the twenty-first century have been a dramatic turning point in its role at regional and international levels. A series of attempt to redraw the balances and become an international force that ultimately leads to its main goal of changing the balance of power in the system and building a new international order. The Russian diplomatic activity has evolved from competition, conflict, and cooperation with other international and regional powers. The difference in the policies of this activity between the management of daily diplomatic activity and strategic regional and international affairs. In this rhythm, the components possessed by the Russia Federation in various geopolitical, economic, political and military activities reflected directly on the role of Russia and its status at the regional and global levels. The research will examine the components of Russian power, and its strengths and weaknesses.
Keywords : Russian, economy, politics, military power