Vladimir Putin and the Evolution of Russian Foreign Policy (Chatham House Papers) [Paperback]

Bobo Lo (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1405103000 | ISBN-13: 978-1405103008 | Publication Date: May 7, 2003 | Edition: 1

Almost three years after the first voluntary handover of power in Russian history, this book examines Putin's management of this complex agenda, and considers how Moscow's current approach to international relations resembles and differs from that under Yeltsin.

• Examines Putin's management of Russia's foreign policy two years after the first voluntary handover of power in Russian history.
  
• Considers how Moscow's current approach to international relations resembles and differs from that under Yeltsin.
  
• Analyses whether changes in foreign policy have been qualitative, or largely cosmetic.
  
• Explores growing talk of a ‘strategic partnership&apos' with the US and the West.
  
• Assesses the realism of such hopes and considers whether we are indeed witnessing a strategic shift in the mentality and conduct of such Russian foreign policy.

Editorial Reviews

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"This is a particularly lucid, well-informed and sensible analysis of Putin's approach to Russian foreign policy which professionals and laymen alike can read with pleasure as well as profit." Sir Rodric Braithwaite, former UK Ambassador to Russia

"A well written and vigorously argued book. It is the best overall assessment to date of Putin's foreign policy." Dr Alex Pravda, Director, Russian and East European Centre, St Antony’s College, University of Oxford

"Bobo Lo's insight into the opaque world of Russian foreign policy is unique. The way perceptions and myths mix with pragmatism and cynicism to form Moscow's outlook on the world is a fascinating read, which should remain a standard work in its field for a long time." Konstantin Eggert, BBC Russian Service Bureau Chief in Moscow

"This is a Chatham House Paper at its best: the analysis is very well informed, the argument is succinct and persuasive and the presentation is accessible. Bobo Lo's examination of Russian foreign policy under Putin is the best work on the subject ... This work is not just a powerful contribution to the literature; it is likely to become the starting point for discussions of current Russian foreign policy ... his work sets the agenda." International Affairs

Book Description

Few world leaders of recent times have excited as much interest and speculation as Russian president Vladimir Putin. Emerging from virtual obscurity, he has become the symbol of a resurgent nation, committed to both positive engagement with the West and the vigorous pursuit of Russian interests. In this original and significant work, Bobo Lo explores the Putin foreign policy transformation and considers whether a fundamental shift has occurred in Moscow's approach towards the outside world.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (May 7, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1405103000
• ISBN-13: 978-1405103008
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,149,723 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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