How rich is the country? Potential and exploited wealth: timber, natural resources, precious stones and metals, etc. Intellectual brain tanks. State policy in the sphere and the role of the business community.
№11 - 2005
“Small towns”
The provinces are the custodians of the Russian ‘gene’ potential. Typical problems of small towns: authority, economy, budget, social welfare, cultural heritage protection, etc. Participation of small towns in major nationwide and regional projects. Responsibility and power-sharing between state and municipal authorities.
№12 - 2005
“Bureaucracy”
Bureaucracy in modern Russia: situation and development trends. State service legislation. Reform of ministries and departments. Bureaucracy and business, including their reciprocal connections.
