FT Big Read

The Russian economy: Feeling the pinch

04.08.2016 - By Financial TimesPlay

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

Growth and prosperity had come to be seen as the hallmark of President Vladimir Putin's reign. But after two years of recession, Kathrin Hille says the social wellbeing that replaced the hardships of the post-Soviet Union era is wearing thin. Sanctions, the falling oil price and an ageing population are all increasing pressures on the economy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More episodes from FT Big Read