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Energy Analysis on Russia

by Ludovico Grandi

Abstract

Shifts in Russian foreign policy have been a constant feature in Russia's history. Differences between a more Euro-centric or zapadniki stance typical of the Petrin period, and a more assertive and reactionary one such as that of Nicholas II testify to the fact that these changes date back to pre-Soviet history. Even during Soviet times major shifts in foreign policy occurred, ranging from the revolutionary spirit of the 1920's to the "national interest" policies of Stalin's years. This latter period differed markedly from the others, however, as the strength of ideology was a driving force which directly or indirectly shaped the foreign policy of USSR.

In regard to nationalism, a time line could be drafted to represent the curves of its intensity in the history of Russia as a supranational entity. Marxism-Leninism, albeit officially a state ideology, did not necessarily mean giving up nationalism. What I will argue in this paper is that this heritage has come to the surface in Russia's current foreign policy, and that its strength is reflected in one of its key branches, energy policy.

Table of contents

I. Introduction
II. Framework of analysis
III. Foreign Policy Analysis: Genesis of energy power politics
IV. Tracking nationalism in 21st century Russian energy policy
V. Present day situation and future scenarios
VI. Conclusions and final remarks
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