Russia is preparing to reform its network of influence abroad
moscow is preparing to expand its influence abroad through the revitalization of the “rossotrudnichestvo” network. The head of this structure, yevgeny primakov, stated that russia plans to create an “analog of the American USAID.”
▫️According to him, the russian ministry of foreign affairs is developing a draft law on “assisting international development,” which will provide the agency with more opportunities for its activities abroad. primakov emphasizes that the modernization of “rossotrudnichestvo” is necessary to strengthen russia’s influence in the world.
moscow no longer hides that “caring for compatriots” is far from the main goal of “rossotrudnichestvo.” Through this structure, russia seeks to employ soft power, manipulation, and disinformation under the guise of “cultural initiatives.”
Several countries have already shut down so-called “russian houses” operating under the aegis of “rossotrudnichestvo,” as they posed a direct threat to their national security. These institutions were used for propaganda and as cover for the activities of russian intelligence services. moscow is preparing a “rebranding” to adapt to new conditions and maintain its network of influence.
