Chapter
Russia's Growth Beyond Oil
26:42 - 35:09 (08:27)
Russia's economic growth during the decades following the Soviet collapse is credited to more than just booming oil prices. The successful revival of lower value products in manufacturing such as steel, iron, cement, and fertilizer, have also contributed to the country's growth.
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Russia experienced economic growth during Putin's first decade as president with an average of 7% growth per year that was not solely based on oil prices.
26:42 - 27:51 (01:08)
Summary
Russia experienced economic growth during Putin's first decade as president with an average of 7% growth per year that was not solely based on oil prices. Putin's success during this time period is partially attributed to his economic policies.
ChapterRussia's Growth Beyond Oil
EpisodeStephen Kotkin: Stalin, Putin, and the Nature of Power
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Liberalizing policies, the crash of the ruble in 1998, and China's phenomenal growth and demand for Soviet Union produced goods played a big role in Russia's success in reviving domestic manufacturing during Putin's first two terms.
27:51 - 31:39 (03:48)
Summary
Liberalizing policies, the crash of the ruble in 1998, and China's phenomenal growth and demand for Soviet Union produced goods played a big role in Russia's success in reviving domestic manufacturing during Putin's first two terms.
ChapterRussia's Growth Beyond Oil
EpisodeStephen Kotkin: Stalin, Putin, and the Nature of Power
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Since 1991, between five to ten million people have left Russia, with the more dynamic parts of the population being the primary ones to leave.
31:39 - 35:09 (03:29)
Summary
Since 1991, between five to ten million people have left Russia, with the more dynamic parts of the population being the primary ones to leave.