| ID | 086688 |
| Title Proper | Russia and the CIS in 2008 |
| Other Title Information | axis of authoritarianism? |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Ziegler, Charles E |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Russia's seamless presidential succession produced no major changes in domestic politics or foreign policy. Ties with Asia remained strong, though several key relationships-with China, Japan, and the Central Asian states-frayed under the impact of Russia's military action in Georgia. Impressive economic performance in the first half of the year boosted Russian confidence as a great power, but its vulnerability to the global financial crisis together with the heavy-handed operation in the Caucasus undermined Moscow's standing with both Asia and Europe by the end of the year. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Survey Vol. 49, No. 1; Jan-Feb 2009: p.135-145 |
| Journal Source | Asian Survey Vol. 49, No. 1; Jan-Feb 2009: p.135-145 |
| Key Words | Russia ; Foreign Policy ; Economic Crisis ; Great Power ; Asia ; Energy |