In recent years, as a result of a strong demand for energy and other natural resources, Russia's economy has … experienced impressive growth. Russia's re-emergence as a political and, particularly, economic power have allowed it to increase … policy support to its agricultural sector. Russia's size, improving prospects, and growing policy support make developments …

happiness in Russia. Based on panel analysis of longitudinal survey data, this shift should be attributed to the collective … experience of recovery from the shock of the 1998 ruble crisis, rather than to individual economic trajectories. …