The Political Economy of PutinÆs Russia

The Political Economy of Putin'¬"s Russiais an up-to-date treatment of Russia'¬"s economic development and policies since 2000. Concentrating on growth, energy, money and banking and welfare, it interprets the character of Russia'¬"s economy under Putin both against the background of previous developments and as a starting point of the future to come. Informed by modern economics and a thorough knowledge of relevant Russian and foreign research and debate, it offers new insight into the character of modern Russia, its prospects and place in the global system.