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Ramani, Samuel,

Russia in Africa : resurgent great power or bellicose pretender? / Samuel Ramani. - London : Hurst & Company, 2023. - xi, 447 pages ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This book presents a chronological examination of Russia’s post-Cold War foreign policy towards Africa, and outlines the factors that have enabled and impeded the growth of its influence. It pays special attention to the non-material factors behind this rising power; the domestic drivers of Russian decision-making; Moscow’s relationships with fellow external powers; and African perspectives on Russia’s geopolitical role. Samuel Ramani’s analysis cites extensively both Russian-language media and academic sources, and his own interviews with Russian and African elites. His fascinating study challenges popular depictions of Russia as an opportunistic anti-Western actor, instead emphasising Moscow’s strategic commitment to Africa and the endurance of historical memory.

ISBN: 1787387070 9781787387072

Nat. Bib. No.: GBC266158 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 020552005 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Diplomatic relations

Subjects--Geographic Terms:
Russia (Federation)--Foreign relations--Africa.
Africa--Foreign relations--Russia (Federation)
Afrique--Relations extérieures--Russie.
Africa
Russia (Federation)

LC Class. No.: DT38 / .R36 2023