Russia is a country with one of the most dynamically developing economies. From 1999, the average GDP growth was 6.8% and in 2007 it reached 8.1% (compared to the 4-5% average growth rate of the world economy). Owing to the appreciation of the Ruble, annual GDP growth in 1999-2007 measured in USD, equaled 26%, far outperforming other world economies. Furthermore, other economic indicators also experienced a rapid growth in comparison to the growth rates in many developed and developing countries.
Russia has:
- Dynamically growing economy
- One of the largest consumer markets
- Acknowledged human capital
- Enormous natural resources
- Unique geographic location
- Technologically advanced economy
- Attractive tax system
- Policy of state support
- Stable social and political climate
- Access to CIS markets