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Russian leadership's preparations for possible unrest.
Putin's visits were conducted as inspections and he has handed many incumbent governors lists of residents' complaints. The regional elections will shed light on two trends likely…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB224216
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Opposition to the retirement age increase is widespread, with frequent street protests, Communist successes in the regional elections and talk of a referendum. President Vladimir…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB238513
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The modified bill amends the reform plans and delays some changes until after the next presidential and parliamentary polls. It ignores objections raised by the opposition and…
Prospects for Russian domestic politics in 2019.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB240232
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Not just Kremlin opponents but even its supporters have organised nationwide protests against the government's plan to raise the retirement age. The demonstrations do not…
The new defence minister's arms procurement problem.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB199796
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The governing Nur Otan party won most seats and two tame allies were awarded a few. The importance of this election is that it offers pointers to how much power President…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB258928
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President Igor Dodon and the government are at odds on numerous issues, most concerning relations with Russia. Dodon is making maximum use of his limited authority to seek more…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB220338
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RUSSIA: Crackdown will grow as early 2016 poll planned