Russia as a global leader

Multipolar world system

The main criteria of leadership
economic might
military might
large population
advantageous geographic position
key role in global affairs
good relations with neighbors

Russia’s advantages to become a superpower:
Territory
Military might
Diplomatic weight
Nuclear – weapon

Issues that prevents Russia of becoming a Global Leader
Economic might
Demographic problems
Conflict with Ukraine

Economic might
Depends on:
oil and gas exports;
imports of consumer goods;

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).

Conclusion
Vladimir Putin: “We don’t claim the role of a superpower for ourselves. That is far too expensive and unnecessary”.