Prospect for Russia's development: the role of the demographic factor
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Analysis of demographic situation in Russia and the possible future effects on economy, politics and social areas are forecasted, warning the Russian society of the demographic challenges in the future. Low fertility and high mortality are some of the causes, which could lead to a decrease in the population size and a drastic change in the age pyramid.
Publication Name: Problems of Economic Transition
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 1061-1991
Year: 2004
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The demographic potential of Russia
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Research presented concerns Russia's seven-year decline in population, and the population dynamics of reproduction and migration. Topics addressed include the changes in population from 1951-95, the low birth rates and high mortality rates responsible for decline, the age breakdown of the population, and forecasts of population growth.
Publication Name: Problems of Economic Transition
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 1061-1991
Year: 1999
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Reforming the Russian pension system: Pros and cons
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Demographic trends are also having a strong impact on Russia's pension system. The legal, financial and economic foundations of the three-pillar pension reforms that were introduced during 2002-03, and came into effect in 2004 are described.
Publication Name: Problems of Economic Transition
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 1061-1991
Year: 2004
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