Fancy footwork

Article Abstract:

Relations between Russia and North Korea have become increasingly strained over recent years, especially as Russia has increased its trading links with South Korea. Russia hopes to sign a new bilateral treaty with North Korea, but is aware that North Korea could collapse completely in the near future. For this reason, it is proceeding very cautiously, and will probably not sign a treaty until the end of 1997. Russia also faces the problem of attracting interest in an international conference to end Cold War hostilities on the Korean peninsula.

Russian foreign relations, North Korea, North Korean foreign relations

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The Cossacks are coming

Article Abstract:

Post-USSR Russia has witnessed the revival of old ideologies that recall the glory of the past. Amidst the growing uncertainty of a national breakdown, the Cossacks, as the symbol of Russia's fight against foreign invasion, have become conspicuous once more. The fear of Asian, especially Japanese and Chinese encroachment on Russian territory, has led many in the far-flung borders of Russia to look up to the Cossacks as their probable defenders.

Social aspects, Military aspects, Cossacks

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Hobbled by old habits

Article Abstract:

Economic reform in Russia's Sakhalin province is being blocked by holdover communist bureaucrats. With the election of Valentin Fyodorov, Sakhalin's inhabitants hoped that economic reforms would soon follow. However, Fyodorov's critics allege that he still lacks a comprehensive economic reform program. Contrary to a campaign claim, ex-communists have been able to retain their former positions as the island's business and political leaders.

Economic policy, Political aspects, Communists, Sakhalin, Fyodorov, Valentin

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