The Russian Armed Forces in Transition - Economic, geopolitical and institutional uncertainties (Paperback)

Although the role of the military in Russia has changed significantly since Soviet times, it continues to exert great influence on Russian politics, economy and society. This book presents a comprehensive overview of current developments related to Russia's military sector. It considers recent military reforms, personnel issues, the defence industry and procurement, the defence economy, changes in civil-military relations, and the continuing huge economic significance of Russia's military-industrial complex. It explores difficulties currently faced by the Russian military, including problems of recruitment and leadership; analyses Russian security policy - including in relation to Europe and more widely; and discusses the lessons learned by the Russian military as a result of the recent war in Georgia. The book argues that reform attempts have often been thwarted by bureaucracy, economy, strategy, manpower, weapon systems and leadership. The book concludes by assessing likely future developments.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Routledge Contemporary Russia and Eastern Europe Series
Release date:	October 2013
First published:	2012
Editors:	Roger N McDermott • Bertil Nygren • Carolina Vendil Pallin
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	238
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-72833-1
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > General Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > General
LSN:	0-415-72833-9
Barcode:	9780415728331

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