In an exclusive policy paper for Modern Russia, Dr. Peter W. Schulze, Professor h.c. of Political Science, International Relations and Russian Studies at Georg August University of Göttingen, analyzes the theoretical perspectives at work in the current modernization of the Russian economy.  Dr. Schulze focuses on three modernization efforts underway in Russia and the potential effects of these for the Russian economy:

Steve Morriss, AECOM Europe chief executive

As we all readily acknowledge, the trade and investment links between the UK and Russia are of paramount importance. Not just from a purely economic point of view, but also so that we may forge closer relationships between our countries, understand each other’s needs and cultures, and grow together. This was very clear to me during my visit late last year when I joined a delegation of UK business leaders to Moscow, accompanying British Prime Minister David Cameron and Foreign Secretary William Hague.

Russia stands ready to support the eurozone overcome its debt crisis, presidential aide Arkady Dvorkovich said in a January 23 article in The Financial Times’ Guide to the Davos World Economic Forum. 

He also outlined Russia’s priorities going into the World Economic Forum and suggested that hope for a global recovery lies with emerging markets.  

Below are the main points from Mr. Dvorkovich’s piece:  

Igor Agamirzian, CEO, Russian Venture Company

Modern Russia recently spoke with Igor Agamirzian about the future of the Russian economy.  Agamirzian is the CEO of Russian Venture Company, serves on the board of trustees of the Skolkovo Foundation, and is a member of the board of directors of the Russian Nanotechnology Corporation.

Dr. Carol Leonard, Oxford University’s St. Anthony College, discusses Russia in WTO. 

Russia in WTO – Trade Stimulus