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REPORT | Russia’s Healthcare System: Current State of Affairs and the Need for Reforms

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REPORT | Russia’s Healthcare System: Current State of Affairs and the Need for Reforms

Details: 10 November 2016

The Institute of Modern Russia continues the work on developing a reform program for post-Putin Russia—an initiative that we launched earlier this year. As part of this initiative, today we are presenting a new report titled “Russia’s Healthcare System: Current State of Affairs and the Need for Reforms” that outlines the dire situation in the country’s healthcare and offers policy solutions that can facilitate the much needed change.

After the U.S. Election: Time to Re-Engage Russia?

Details: Event Briefings

After the U.S. Election: Time to Re-Engage Russia?

Details: 08 November 2016

On October 27, 2016, the McCaine Institute hosted a debate on whether the next U.S. president should re-engage with Russia. A group of Russia experts, including David Kramer, Alina Polyakova, Thomas Graham, and Paul Saunders, discussed U.S. policy options. Kurt Volker moderated the debate.

Priority Tasks for the Constitutional Authorities of the Transition Period, Part 2

Details: Law

Priority Tasks for the Constitutional Authorities of the Transition Period, Part 2

Details: 07 November 2016; Vladimir Pastukhov

The Institute of Modern Russia continues the discussion on the issues of Russian constitutionalism. In the final installment of this essay, political scientist Vladimir Pastukhov proposes the construction of a “tuning fork” that would allow the political tuning needed to breathe new life into civil society and the state.

Poor Economic Policy, Rosneftegaz Affair, and Putin’s Signals to the U.S.

Details: Media Must-Reads

Poor Economic Policy, Rosneftegaz Affair, and Putin’s Signals to the U.S.

October 29 – November 4

Details: 04 November 2016

IMR is launching a new series—a weekly Russian media roundup for our English-speaking readers. Every Friday we will be sending you a short digest of the five best articles from the Russian media to provide an in-depth look into expert discussions inside Russia. If you want this roundup to be delivered to your mailbox, please let us know by sending a request to info@imrussia.org.

Sergey Aleksashenko: “I am almost certain there will be a future weakening of the ruble”

Details: Economics

Sergey Aleksashenko: “I am almost certain there will be a future weakening of the ruble”

Details: 01 November 2016; Sergey Aleksashenko

In his latest commentary about recent events in the Russian economy, Sergey Aleksashenko, nonresident senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, analyzes the Russian Central Bank’s statistics for the first three quarters of 2016 and sees reason for both optimism and pessimism.

Cold War 2.0, Realistic Reset with Putin, and Russia’s New Abnormality

Details: Media Must-Reads

Cold War 2.0, Realistic Reset with Putin, and Russia’s New Abnormality

October 24-30

Details: 30 October 2016

In this week’s Western media highlights, the Guardian discusses the deteriorating relationship between Russia and the West, which it has labeled “Cold War 2.0.” And Leonid Bershidsky weighs in on the Kremlin’s deny-all tactics, arguing that U.S. Democrats could borrow from Russian officials’ playbook on issues of security. In the Russian media, analysts argue that optimism about the alleged revival of the Russian economy may be premature and that the Kremlin’s constant “saber-rattling” is meant to provoke fear and anxiety in the West.

The Hawk on Russia Policy, the Threat from Russia, and Vitaly Mutko’s Career End

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The Hawk on Russia Policy, the Threat from Russia, and Vitaly Mutko’s Career End

October 17-23

Details: 23 October 2016

In this week’s Western highlights, David Sanger in The New York Times details the U.S. administration policy on Russia and Hillary Clinton’s “hawkish” stance, which is unusual for a Democratic candidate. And in its editorial, The Economist discusses what the West can do about the Kremlin’s aggression. In the Russian media, experts weighed on the speaking practices of Russian officials, the upcoming crisis that may hit Russia’s economy, and a surprising promotion for Vitaly Mutko, the Russian sports minister named among those responsible for the country’s doping scandal.

Syria Talk Suspension: “Terrifying Balance” With No Clear Victors

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Syria Talk Suspension: “Terrifying Balance” With No Clear Victors

Details: 20 October 2016; Daniel Frey

On October 11, the Wilson Center in Washington, D.C., held a teleconference titled “The United States, Russia, and Syria: What Comes Next After Ceasefire Talk Suspension.” A group of Russia and Middle East experts discussed the situation on the ground, the drivers of Kremlin foreign policy, and what the United States can do about it..

Priority Tasks for the Constitutional Authorities of the Transition Period, Part 1

Details: Law

Priority Tasks for the Constitutional Authorities of the Transition Period, Part 1

Details: 19 October 2016; Vladimir Pastukhov

The Institute of Modern Russia continues the discussion on the issues of Russian constitutionalism. In part one of this essay, political scientist Vladimir Pastukhov proposes the construction of a “tuning fork” that would allow the political tuning needed to breathe new life into civil society and the state.

How the U.S. Can Deal with the Kremlin, Putin’s Cyberwar, and What Constitutes Russian Anti-Americanism

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How the U.S. Can Deal with the Kremlin, Putin’s Cyberwar, and What Constitutes Russian Anti-Americanism

October 10–16

Details: 16 October 2016

In this week’s Western media highlights, in Foreign Policy Nikolas Gvosdev suggests a U.S. strategy that can be helpful in responding to the Kremlin’s aggression. And in his op-ed in the New York Times, Oliver Bullough compares Putin’s actions in Syria with his tactics in Chechnya. In the Russian media, some analysts discuss the latest developments in the political scene, as the country enters a post-Putin stage of development that can be defined as “politization.” Other experts delve into the reasons for Russia’s resurgent anti-Americanism.

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