The crisis of the global trading system. The post-Soviet space as a pole of attraction.
https://doi.org/10.48137/2074-2975_2025_4_19
Abstract
The article examines the ongoing crisis of the global trading system and the role of the post-Soviet space as an alternative pole of politico-econom ic attraction. It analyses the causes and manifestations of this crisis including the paralysis of WTO mechanisms, the rise of protectionism and fragmentation of the world economy.
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About the Author
A. A. NaryshkinRussian Federation
NARYSHKIN Andrey A. – Doctor of Political Sciences, Associate Professor, Department of Diplomacy, MGIMO University.
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For citations:
Naryshkin A.A. The crisis of the global trading system. The post-Soviet space as a pole of attraction. Обозреватель–Observer. 2025;(4):19-29. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.48137/2074-2975_2025_4_19