What is in for Russia in Syria? | Pakistan | News | Newspaper | Daily | English | Online
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And yet, the Russian interests in Syria go well beyond strategic matters. There are economic interests that might be threatened in case the regime falls. At present, the economic ties between Moscow and Damascus are robust. Russia is interested in more investment, especially in oil and gas industry and the Syrian regime has been welcoming Russian investment as it helps improve the Syrian economy.
That said, Russia has yet to come up with a clear position regarding the need of Syrians to enjoy freedom and democracy. There have been many anti-Russia demonstrations in Syria and one wonders how this can help Russian interests in the future. The Syrian people view Russia with suspicion and if this trend continues unchecked, then the environment will be antagonistic to Russia.
Now with the new elections in Russia and the modest victory of Vladimir Putin and his party, things may slightly change. In other words, Russia cannot afford to be seen as supporting a dictator who is losing ground. This might take some time but again Moscow’s bet on the wrong horse will be not without costs, especially when Russia is in no position to interfere to save a failing regime. [ read more at link ]
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