Energy sector has a pivotal role for the economy and the political system of the Russian Federation.Oil and gas industry provides a quarter of the GDP, two thirds of the exports and half of the budget income. As a result, Russian economy and Government expenditures rely on high oil price. A sudden drop would bring to a deep economic crisis, with unpredictable consequences.
Oil and gas companies played also a political role in during the last decade. Putin strategy included a strong reaffirmation of the Government’s control over the main energy companies. In order to cope with the current and future challenges, Russian leadership needs to promote a multi-level diversification, which could lead to a more stable and resilient economic and political system.
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La mia analisi dal titolo Russian Oil and Gas Sector: Political and Economic Prospects all’interno dell’ISPI Study The Economic Challenges of Current Russia.
