Economics
Russia in the News: August 31, 2009
A roundup of topical news stories from Russia.
Sep 1, 2009 | Continued
Growing Number of Russians Living in Poverty
The number of Russians living below the subsistence minimum rose for the first time since 2002, and unofficial estimates predict that over 40% of Russians are now struggling to make ends meet.
Aug 31, 2009 | Continued
Russia Still Far From Economic Recovery
As the global economy shows positive signs of recovery, Russia continues to lag behind.
Aug 29, 2009 | Continued
Putin Suggests State Should Set Housing Prices
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin announced Friday that the State should play a greater role in setting prices for housing.
Aug 14, 2009 | Continued
In Economic Indicators, Russia Lags Behind Its Neighbors
Russia is behind the rest of the former USSR in terms of economic decline, inflation, and income decline, argues analyst Mikhail Sergeyev.
Aug 7, 2009 | Continued
In 10 Years of Putin, Russia Lost a Decade – Analyst
Writing for the Moscow Times newspaper, political analyst Yevgeny Kiselyov examines Vladimir Putin’s legacy.
Aug 6, 2009 | Continued
Russia Lagging Behind in Infrastructure, Modernization – Inozemtsev
Economic expert Vladimir Inozemtsev argues that Russia cannot modernize without a renewed infrastructure, which is being limited by corruption and an inept government. Exclusive translation by theotherrussia.org.
Jul 17, 2009 | Continued
Russian Police Prepare to Keep Tabs on the Public
In an effort to stave off public protest associated with the worsening economic situation in Russia, the country’s Ministry of Internal Affairs will create special regional task forces to keep track of public attitudes.
Jul 15, 2009 | Continued
To Avoid Revolution, Russia Must Democratize—Economist
As the economic crisis continues to impact Russia, economist Yegor Gayday argues that Russia must democratize to avoid serious social clashes.
Jun 18, 2009 | Continued
How Many Putins Does It Take To Save Russia?
After a series of economic protests in the small industrial town of Pikalevo, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin rushed in to try to resolve the situation on June 4th. Journalist Mikhail Rostovsky comments on the significance of the visit in the Moskovsky Komsomolets newspaper.
Jun 6, 2009 | Continued