RUSSIA'S INCREASING GLOBAL PROFILE: REWARDS AND CHALLENGES.

SOVIET Union; RUSSIA

Russia has been restructuring its economy and military to reassert its grand profile in global politics. This article examines Russian efforts in this regard. With the disintegration of the Soviet Union, membership of important international organizations transferred to the Russian Federation. Eventually, Moscow regained diplomatic representation that indicated its capabilities were greater than its vulnerabilities. However, this article focuses on insights about Russia's international status, especially as reflected in international organizations such as the EU, Council of Europe and the World Trade Organization (WTO). The article holds that Kremlin is making efforts to position Russia as an influential player. National security appeared as a driving force to achieve protection against external threats. It is highlighted that Russian modus operandi resembles other traditional great powers that have arisen over the years. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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