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The country profile of Russia provides an in-depth analysis of the country''s historical and contemporary political and economic evolution. After taking a look in detail at its history, the note discusses the major industries in the country, namely, energy (oil, natural gas, coal and power), machine building and food. Information regarding foreign direct investment (FDI) in Russia and the country''s foreign trade scenario is also provided. The country profile ends with a discussion on the nexus between politics and business in Russia that has made the country''s business climate extremely uncertain in recent times. The note, in association with the ICMR industry note ''A Brief Profile of the Global Oil Industry and a Study of the European and Russian Markets,'' is intended to accompany the ICMR case study ''The Russian Oil Giant Yukos: When Politics and Business Collide'' (204-070-1). In addition, it can be used as supporting material for other case studies pertaining to companies operating in, or influenced by the Russian business environment.