He should try the path of reform now, for the sake of his legacy
Putin Returns
-The Times of India, March 6, 2012
Putin Returns
-The Times of India, March 6, 2012
Showing posts with label Russia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Russia. Show all posts
6 Mar 2012
3 Mar 2012
The cold wind from Russia
"Putin's election-eve attack against Washington and its western allies for exporting “rocket-bomb democracy” indirectly targets India too."
The Hindu : Opinion / Lead : The cold wind from Russia: PM Vladimir Putin, almost certain to win the Russian presidential elections, has laid out a tough foreign policy vision for his third term in the Kremlin that may entail changes in Russia's relations with its main partners East and West.
Moscow feels its cooperation with the West on Libya was wilfully abused when Nato countries, in Mr. Putin's words, "did away with the Libyan regime by using air power under the pretext of humanitarian support."
Russia's intransigence on Syria steps from a clear understanding that the U.S. and the Saudi-led group of Arab countries are out to pull down the Assad regime in order to weaken Iran, change its political regime, and remodel the entire region. The standoff on Syria may also trigger shifts in Russia's relations with its two main strategic partners, India and China.
The Hindu : Opinion / Lead : The cold wind from Russia: PM Vladimir Putin, almost certain to win the Russian presidential elections, has laid out a tough foreign policy vision for his third term in the Kremlin that may entail changes in Russia's relations with its main partners East and West.
Moscow feels its cooperation with the West on Libya was wilfully abused when Nato countries, in Mr. Putin's words, "did away with the Libyan regime by using air power under the pretext of humanitarian support."
Russia's intransigence on Syria steps from a clear understanding that the U.S. and the Saudi-led group of Arab countries are out to pull down the Assad regime in order to weaken Iran, change its political regime, and remodel the entire region. The standoff on Syria may also trigger shifts in Russia's relations with its two main strategic partners, India and China.
20 Feb 2012
An Iranian oil embargo and a Russian oil boon
"Russian government has opposed the idea of Western petroleum sanctions against Iran. But new threats to Iranian oil flow could have at least one beneficiary: Russia. Its pipelines stand ready to serve customers willing to pay a premium price — with a grade of oil closely resembling Iran's."
The Hindu : Opinion / Op-Ed : An Iranian oil embargo and a Russian oil boon: Russia is now the world's largest oil producer. Though rising prices are a boon for every oil producer, Russia has a particular advantage: a pipeline system that can supply Iran's traditional customers in both Europe and Asia. Depending on which way the geopolitical winds are blowing, Russia has the ability to direct more or less of its oil either eastward or westward.
The Hindu : Opinion / Op-Ed : An Iranian oil embargo and a Russian oil boon: Russia is now the world's largest oil producer. Though rising prices are a boon for every oil producer, Russia has a particular advantage: a pipeline system that can supply Iran's traditional customers in both Europe and Asia. Depending on which way the geopolitical winds are blowing, Russia has the ability to direct more or less of its oil either eastward or westward.
American politicians are divided in their willingness to disrupt global petroleum trading and financing to the potential detriment of strategic allies. At least one exemption in the bank strictures under discussion is meant specifically to limit the strategic benefits for Russia
There are other limits to Russia's ability to fully capitalize on the Iranian oil upheaval. The big one is that the Russian industry is already producing petroleum from its working fields at full capacity. But its extensive pipeline network gives Russia enviable flexibility to direct its oil to wherever demand — and prices — are highest.
13 Feb 2012
The Russians are leaving … Russia
"Highly qualified middle-class professionals, feeling ignored by the country's economy and political system, are emigrating in search of greener pastures."
The Hindu : Opinion / Lead : The Russians are leaving … Russia: Russians consider emigration as their chance for self-attainment and a better life. Who could have imagined two decades ago that Russians would be leaving their country in search of social justice and security?
In absolute terms, emigration from Russia is not that big when compared with many other countries. Moreover, it is offset by the influx of immigrants from other former Soviet States. The problem is that the country has been haemorrhaging highly qualified and entrepreneurial cadres, the cream of society, whereas the bulk of newcomers are unskilled labourers from Central Asia.
Cynics say the Kremlin is only too happy to see the disgruntled leave the country and this is one reason why it has been pushing for a visa-free travel arrangement with Europe. The country that lives off its oil and minerals does not need that many qualified specialists anyway.
The Hindu : Opinion / Lead : The Russians are leaving … Russia: Russians consider emigration as their chance for self-attainment and a better life. Who could have imagined two decades ago that Russians would be leaving their country in search of social justice and security?
In absolute terms, emigration from Russia is not that big when compared with many other countries. Moreover, it is offset by the influx of immigrants from other former Soviet States. The problem is that the country has been haemorrhaging highly qualified and entrepreneurial cadres, the cream of society, whereas the bulk of newcomers are unskilled labourers from Central Asia.
Cynics say the Kremlin is only too happy to see the disgruntled leave the country and this is one reason why it has been pushing for a visa-free travel arrangement with Europe. The country that lives off its oil and minerals does not need that many qualified specialists anyway.
21 Jan 2012
Putin to meet 'old friend' Henry Kissinger
PM Vladimir Putin will meet with former Secretary of State Henry A. Kissinger to discuss world affairs, including elections in Russia and the United States.
Mr. Putin has cited Kissinger as a trusted foreign policy adviser.
10 Jan 2012
Russia for a close knit economic alliance
"The Eurasian Union will be a full-fledged economic bloc, modelled on the European Union, with a common currency, harmonised legislation, and coordinated economic and monetary policies."
28 Dec 2011
2011: Democracy's Odyssey
Protests this year showcased popular yearning for freedom, dignity and participation
Article - 2011: Democracy's Odyssey
-The Times of India, December 28, 2011
Article - 2011: Democracy's Odyssey
-The Times of India, December 28, 2011
24 Dec 2011
19 Dec 2011
Russia's new middle classes are protesting the most
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Read the source article here - Russia's new middle classes are protesting the most
-The Times of India, December 19, 2011
Read the source article here - Russia's new middle classes are protesting the most
-The Times of India, December 19, 2011
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