BY WILLIAM COURTNEY , DONALD JENSEN ON 1/24/16
…Russia’s current policies put at risk three key ambitions—material well-being, political stability and the ability to exercise power and influence abroad.
“In all three contexts, Russia is losing ground …”
Russia is a great power whose reach now exceeds its grasp. Although capable of bold moves, it is beset by strains.
In 2016, Moscow will face pressures to align ambitions with means, but this will require reforms, a doubtful prospect. The West has a stake in Russia’s course, but can influence it only at the margin.
Russia’s current policies put at risk three key ambitions—material well-being, …read more
THE TIDE IS GOING OUT ON PUTIN.
