In the long history of Russia there were both light and tragic pages, periods of power and decline. For example, in the last decade of the last century, which received the eloquent nickname "crazy 90s, " she went through very difficult trials. Politicians abroad have already decided that Russia can be "written off". However, their forecasts were not destined to come true.
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Russia was able to cope with the difficulties that fate had prepared for her, and again become an influential force in the international arena. What is the current Russian reality? The period when Russia was not considered (for example, when deciding on the bombing of Serbia) was a thing of the past. The Russian state is increasingly confidently demonstrating its willingness and ability to defend both its own interests and the interests of its allies. For example, only Russia's firm stance helped prevent the armed aggression of the United States and its NATO partners against Syria.
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Compared to the recent past, Russia's financial situation has become much more prosperous. The country almost completely repaid external debts and was able to create impressive gold and foreign exchange reserves. Russia has become an important economic partner of many foreign countries, including China. Although it must be borne in mind that it is still highly dependent on the export of hydrocarbons.
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The moral and political climate has noticeably changed. In the "crazy 90s", the personification of which was the impoverishment of many millions of Russians, the imposed cult of money, quick easy money, unfair privatization, rampant crime, apathy, cynicism, and disrespectful attitude to Russian history, traditions, and values were widespread. Some people are too enthusiastic, uncritical about everything connected with the West. Now the situation is just the opposite, although the negative phenomena that arose in the above period of time are still manifesting.
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The influence of the oligarchs and the financial and industrial groups behind them is still very significant. At the same time, the show trial, which ended with the conviction of one of the largest oligarchs MB Khodorkovsky, played a role. "Financial Aces" try to strictly comply with the tacit agreement: they do not interfere in politics and pay taxes, and the state does not nationalize their enterprises privatized in the 90s in return.
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Unfortunately, the standard of living of some Russians, especially in rural areas and small towns, is still very low. Therefore, there is a steady migration to large cities, especially Moscow. Modern Russians can not imagine life without the Internet and trips to foreign countries (unless, of course, finances allow). The most popular destinations are Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Finland.
