"Examines the interplay between Russian foreign policy and a complex global environment, contrasting the Kremlin's view of a declining west and resurgent Russia with the world Moscow actually faces, which is defined by a new disorder that challenges core Russian assumptions and puts a premium on adaptability"-- Provided by publisher.

The domestic context of Russian foreign policy -- Two worlds -- Russia and global governance -- A post-modern empire -- A turn to the east -- Engaging with the west -- A new foreign policy for a new Russia -- Russia and the world in 2030.