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The main criteria of leadership
economic might
military might
large
population
advantageous geographic position
key role in global affairs
good relations with
neighbors
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Russia’s advantages to become a superpower:
Territory
Military
might
Diplomatic weight
Nuclear – weapon
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Issues that prevents Russia of becoming a Global
Leader
Economic might
Demographic problems
Conflict with Ukraine
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Economic might
Depends on:
oil and gas exports;
imports
of consumer goods;
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Demographic situation
Russia is only the 9th largest country
by population and is much smaller than China, India
or the US.
Population – 146.3 million people (2015 year).
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Conclusion
Vladimir Putin: “We don’t claim the role of
a superpower for ourselves. That is far too expensive
and unnecessary”.