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GIS Dossier: Corruption and political stabilization in Russia

While corruption has spurred political change in Latin America, it remains the basic currency of power in many other parts of the world. This is particularly evident in post-communist regimes like Russia, where private fortunes can be amassed and confiscated at the whim of a tiny elite. This appropriation of resources helps shore up the regime, even as it undermines Russia’s long-term future as a great power.

Navalny’s release from Russian jail is just Putin politics
There can be little doubt that Russian President Vladimir Putin is personally in charge of every important move against opposition figures such as Alexsei Navalny, who was found guilty of embezzlement but, surprisingly, released on bail. Mr Putin must therefore be convinced that the benefits of political trials outweigh the ...


Exxonmobil's Arctic deal initiates Moscow about-turn
Russia’s oil giant Rosneft and global energy company ExxonMobil’s historic deal to explore the Arctic’s hydrocarbon riches has paved the way for further tie-ups demonstrating a remarkable about-turn in Moscow. These deals signal Russia’s growing global ambitions and its driving need to tap into one of the world’s most promising ...


Russia presidential election: Mikhail Kasyanov - a front runner who has chosen to bide his time
Mikhail Kasyanov is eager to keep the liberal idea alive in Russia. He has publicly denounced Vladimir Putin and joined the crowds protesting against the alleged vote rigging in the December 2011 Duma elections. Day 7 of GIS’s Russia presidential election mini series looks at former Prime Minister Kasyanov who ...


Russia presidential elections: Mikhail Prokhorov - an illusion of opposition?
GIS's Russia election mini series continues with an analysis of the individuals touted to take on Vladimir Putin in the March 2012 presidential election. Day 3 looks at the billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov - and considers whether he is a puppet rebelling against his puppet master, Prime Minister Putin, or a ...

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