RAND is renowned for its landmark studies of the Soviet government and military during the Cold War. Today, RAND explores Russia's economy, environment, and technology sector, and its complex and changing relations with NATO, Europe, Asia, and the United States. In addition, the RAND Business Leaders Forum--a membership organization comprising top Russian, American, and European executives and policymakers--has engaged Russia's elite on a political and economic level.
Research conducted by:
Center for Russia and Eurasia;
RAND Project AIR FORCE;
RAND Arroyo Center;
RAND National Security Research Division
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Report
U.S. Government Funding for Science and Technology Cooperation with Russia
Report
Trends in the Russian Federation are of concern because they indicate the potential for instability and unrest in a country that remains a vital interest for the United States.
Report
This issue paper outlines some of the major trends and contradictions in the development of information and communications technologies in Russia and explores their impact on Russian society.
Report
The allies and Russia will meet together to consult, cooperate, and decide on common action. The authors of this report argue that action -- what NATO and Russia actually do together -- is more important than architecture, that is, how the new Council is constructed and operates.
Commentary
Published commentary by RAND staff.
Commentary
Published commentary by RAND staff.
Commentary
Published commentary by RAND staff.
Report
This study explores the historical relationship between economic growth and military expenditures in five great power countries: Germany, France,Russia, Japan, and the United States.
Report
In sum, the demographic problems Russia faces indicate it may do better to focus on qualitative indicators, such as the health and welfare of its population, than on quantitative indicators, such as the overall size of its population.
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An examination of the difficulties faced by the Russian military in planning and carrying out urban operations in Chechnya.
Journal Article
Russia and its Neighbors: Integration or Disintegration?
Research Brief
The report examines overall population change, patterns of fertility and mortality, and shifts in age structure, as well as the implications of demographic change for public policy.
Report
The author examines the various options for Caspian oil export and argues that the United States should support a pipeline route through Ukraine to Europe.
Journal Article
The Evolving Security Environment in Asia: Its Impact on Russia
Report
This report examines the foundation of China's policies toward Russia and the five republics of Central Asia, identifies the combination of issues and environmental conditions likely to shape the policies' evolution, and assesses their potential impact on regional or global U.S. interests.
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Drawing on more than two decades of RAND research and focusing primarily on fighter aviation, Lambeth shows how air power in Russia has steadily withered away since the breakup of the USSR.
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Contains translations of studies by four Russian specialists on ethno-political and center-periphery relations in the Russian Federation.
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