A Challenge for American Policies: Russian Vital Interests
Abstract
The current Russian concept of vital interests rejects the old Soviet dogma regarding a struggle between two social systems. However, it falls short of embracing the idea of Foreign Minister Andrey Kozyrev that it is essential for Russia to collaborate with the West on security matters. Nor is the concept dependent on Russia's integration into the Western-dominated international system. Russia's new concept of vital interests represents both a challenge and an opportunity for American policy, but not necessarily a return to Russian expansionism. Russia's de-emphasis of integration with the West, combined with the growing risk that an ultra-nationalist might come to power in Moscow, challenges the United States to re-examine its policies, not just toward Russia, but toward the entire region of Europe formerly controlled by the Soviets.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA394638
Entities
People
- James H. Brusstar
Organizations
- National Defense University