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Relations between China and Russia have evolved dramatically since their first diplomatic contact, particularly during the twentieth century. During the past decade China and Russia have made efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and improve cooperation on a number of diplomatic fronts. The People's Republic of China and the Russian Federation maintain exceptionally close and friendly relations, strong geopolitical and regional cooperation, and significant levels of trade. In The Future of China-Russia Relations, scholars from around the world explore the current state of the relationship between the two powers and assess the prospects for future cooperation and possible tensions in the new century. The contributors examine Russian and Chinese perspectives on a wide range of issues, including security, political relationships, economic interactions, and defense ties. This collection explores the energy courtship between the two nations and analyzes their interests and policies regarding Central Asia, the Korean Peninsula, and Taiwan

"Looks at Russian government's push toward a knowledge-based economy, particularly in the manufacturing sector. Quantifies and benchmarks sector's relative strengths, identifying opportunities to increase Russian productivity and competitiveness. Examines underlying firm-level determinants of knowledge absorption, competitiveness, and productivity, with an eye to improving workers' skill levels and the investment climate"--Provided by publisher

In recent years the Russian government, concerned about sustaining its economic performance, has sought to promote more diversified and broader economic growth beyond the profitable natural-resource sector. Economic officials would like to see something closer to a "knowledge-based economy." One of the areas in clear need of upgrading is the manufacturing sector. This book quantifies and benchmarks the relative strengths of that sector, identifying opportunities to increase Russian productivity and competitiveness. Drawing on original survey data from Russian firms of all sizes, the authors formulate proposals that aim to • enhance the innovative potential of Russian firms, • upgrade the skills of their workforce, and • develop a business-friendly climate of lower administrative costs and greater policy certainty. This book examines the underlying firm-level determinants of knowledge absorption, competitiveness, and productivity, with an eye to improving workers' skill levels and improving the investment climate, which should in turn enhance the innovation needed to keep up in a globalized economy. The original research and analysis of Desai, Goldberg, and their colleagues will be of use to anyone interested in the problems of building manufacturing competitiveness, especially in Russia and the post-Soviet transition economies. It will also be of interest to organizations planning to do business with Russia or to invest in it.

In 1993, Russia formally applied for accession to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade(GATT). In 1995, its application was taken up by the World Trade Organization (WTO), the successor organization of the GATT. Russia is the largest economy not in the WTO; after a number of fits and starts during the 18-year process, the then-153 members of the WTO, on December 16, 2011, invited Russia to join the WTO during the Ministerial Conference in Geneva. On July 10 and July 18, 2012, respectively, the lower house of the Russian parliament-the State Duma-and the upper house-the Federal Council-app

1. Introduction -- 2. Youth political participation and civil society in the Soviet Union and in contemporary Russia -- 3. Silencing disagreements : activist identities and group practices -- 4. 'I love my country but hate the state' : Oborona activists interpreting civil society, state and democracy -- 5. Performing opposition : political protests as social performances -- 6. The future of social movements and democracy in Russia.

How, and why, did human trafficking out of Russia escalate at the beginning of the twenty-first century? Why did some labour migrants from Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan find happy work situations in Russia whereas others became trapped in forced labour? This book focuses on human trafficking out of the Russian Federation since the collapse of the Soviet state and on labour migration into it from Central Asia, and on some internal movement. It looks at the socio-economic reasons behind labour flows and examines key social, political, legislative and policy responses. Discussion includes how the Russian press covers these topics and what politicians, experts and the public think about them. Based on interviews, polls and focus groups in Russia, this book is rich in original research which highlights different Russian perspectives on exploitation in unfree labour. It gives examples of entrapment in prostitution, construction work, on farms, and in begging rings

Divided States provides a nuanced understanding of some of the most important and impacting issues in EU-Russia relations, and is essential reading for anyone interested in the complex mechanisms that drive political and economic activity in Europe and the European periphery. The original and thought-provoking chapters, by experts in their fields, apply cutting-edge theoretical constructs such as hybridity theory, a hierarchical understanding of monetary relations, and an examination of asymmetric political and economic partnerships, all of which address key questions and challenges in the field of EU-Russia relations. While the specific conclusions expressed are as diverse as the issues analyzed, the findings point to a reality of regression in spite of progression in critical spheres regarding state and non-state actors, dynamics driving mutual exclusion instead of inclusion, and budding skepticism regarding nationalist values, social identities, and ideological sentiments. Scott Nicholas Romaniuk is affiliated with the University of Aberdeen, Department of Politics and International Relations, and the University of St. Andrews, Centre for the Study of Terrorism and Political Violence. Recipient of the 2007 Geoff Weller Prize from the Canadian Association for Security and Intelligence Studies (CASIS), he is the author and editor of several books and numerous articles on military and strategic studies, and international security and politics. Marguerite Marlin received her MA from the Institute of European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies at Carleton University, Ottawa. She has has interned with the Canada-Hungary Educational Foundation and the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada, as well as a research assistantship with ESD International Consulting in Ottawa. She has previously published articles in The Globe and Mail and Inscape Magazine on underground theatre in Russia and Russian surrealist art, respectively.

Front cover -- Contents -- Foreword -- Introduction: Russia in 2020-Development Scenarios -- Chaper 1: Russia and the World -- Chapter 2: Russia in World-Systems Perspective -- Chapter 3: Russia's Foreign Policy Outlook -- Chapter 4: Russia's Place in the World of Unintended Consequences, or Murphy's Law and Order -- Chapter 5: Russia and the New "Transitional Europe" -- Chapter 6: The South Caucasus in 2020 -- Chapter 7: The "Third Cycle": Is Russia Headed Back to the Future? -- Chapter 8: Russia's Political Economy: The Next Decade -- Chapter 9: The Russian Economy Through 2020: The Challenge of Managing Rent Addiction -- Chapter 10: The Russian Economy in Limbo -- Chapter 11: Institution Building and "Institutional Traps" in Russian Politics -- Chapter 12: Transition as a Political Institution: Toward 2020 -- Chapter 13: Can the Machine Come to Life? Prospects for Russia's Party System in 2020 -- Chapter 14: Scenarios for the Evolution of the Russian Political Party System -- Chapter 15: The Excessive Role of a Weak Russian State -- Chapter 16: Center-Periphery Relations -- Chapter 17: The Continuing Revolution in Russian Military Affairs: Toward 2020 -- Chapter 18: The Armed Forces in 2020: Modern or Soviet? -- Chapter 19: Russia's Regions and Cities: Scenarios for 2020 -- Chapter 20: Political Systems in the Russian Regions in 2020 -- Chapter 21: 2020: The Last Chance for the North Caucasus? -- Chapter 22: Society, Politics, and the Search for Community in Russia -- Chapter 23: The Inertia of Passive Adaptation -- Chapter 24: The Nomenklatura and the Elite -- Chapter 25: The Evolution of Civic Activeness -- Chapter 26: Russia and the New "Russian World" -- Chapter 27: Society and the State on the Internet: A Call for Change -- Conclusions -- Index -- Contributors -- Back cover.

Given the past decade of abuse of shareholder rights, corporate governance is essential for Russia's future. In this comprehensive volume, an international group of contributors - academics, corporate executives, government officials, policymakers, specialists from nongovernmental organizations, and legal experts - examine the crucial role of corporate governance as well as the external institutions and forces that affect it. Offering coverage from numerous perspectives, the contributors explore external and institutional influences on corporate governance, its workings within corporations, and the relationships between boards of directors, managers, shareholders, and the government. Case studies of three major companies illustrate the challenges and opportunities involved in creating sound practices. The concluding section provides a summary of the current situation and discusses implications for the future of Russia's corporate governance. A valuable source of information, Corporate Governance in Russia is a must-read for business people, government officials, academic researchers, students, and all those interested in Russia and what the future holds

Cover -- Titel -- Impressum -- From the Editor -- Wilo sets new standards in the digital age -- VUCA is a chance for Russia! -- 1. Introduction, background -- 2. Government programs/strategies -- 3. Market and volatility -- 4. Localisation in everyday practice -- 5. What are the current trends that should be considered in Russia, inparticular in the automotive industry? -- 6. After LEAN now VUCA? -- Localisation in Russia - based on personal experience -- Location of manufacturing - Organisation of production - Localisation, Experience of the manager of a corporate group -- Table of contents -- Introduction -- A. LOCALISATION OF PRODUCTION: SECTORAL OVERVIEW -- I. Pharmaceutical Industry -- 1. State procurements -- 1.1 General provisions -- 1.2 Who is the state or municipal client? -- 1.3 What is a medicine "Made in Russia"? -- 1.3.1 CIS Rules 2009 -- 1.3.2 Government Resolution No. 719 -- 1.4 How is a product confirmed as "Made in Russia"? -- 2. Preference for Russian manufacturers during state procurements -- 3. Development and support measures -- 3.1 Subsidies for manufacturers of Russian medicines -- 3.1.1 Projects to organise the manufacture of medicines and/or pharmaceutical substances -- 3.1.2 Organisation and conduct of clinical research on medicines -- 3.1.3 Reimbursement of part of the costs incurred on the implementation of projects to develop alternative innovative medicines with similar or improved pharmacological qualities -- II. Medical Products -- 1. Development of the medical industry -- 2. Implementation of localisation policy -- 3. Development and support measures -- 4. State procurements -- 4.1 Participation of foreign companies in procurements -- 4.2 Access to state procurements -- 4.3 Current access regulations -- 4.4 Access conditions -- 4.5 Medical products "Made in Russia" -- III. Mechanical Engineering.