Prospects 2017
CIS
![President Vladimir Putin (Reuters/Yuri Kochetkov) President Vladimir Putin (Reuters/Yuri Kochetkov)](https://g.oxan.com/analysis/DB214790/2016-11-08(4)_350.jpg)
Russian politics
President Putin will focus on navigating difficult economic conditions to secure re-election
Russian foreign policy
A Trump presidency seems to favour Russia but raises many questions
Russian economy
With modest growth prospects in view, the government is reviewing alternative economic strategies
One Belt, One Road
2017 will be a critical year for China's One Belt, One Road initiative