| ID | 089833 |
| Title Proper | Three contradictions in Russia's approach to ascendance |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Yaping, Yan |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The dispatch of Russian troops to South Ossetia demonstrated Russia's determination to rise again and act as a global power. The Russian nation will encounter three contradictions on this path: in terms of the political system, the issue is whether to concentrate central power or practice liberal democracy; in economic development, to rely on the energy industry as pillar of the economy or to optimize the national economic structure; and in diplomatic strategy, to hide capabilities and bide its time or to pursue a harsh line. Resolving these three contradictions will determine whether Russia can fully take its place as a global power. |
| `In' analytical Note | Contemporary International Relations Vol. 19, No. 4; Jul-Aug 2009: p.59-69 |
| Journal Source | Contemporary International Relations Vol. 19, No. 4; Jul-Aug 2009: p.59-69 |
| Key Words | Russian Troops ; South Ossetia ; Global Power ; Three Contradictions ; Economic Development ; Economy ; Diplomatic Strategy |