Russia will allocate 1.8 trillion rubles to friendly countries: why is the Kremlin handing out money

Russia plans to allocate loans to 'friendly countries' for a record amount - as much as $22 billion! Officially, this money is intended to support exports and integration projects, but in reality, it is an attempt by the Kremlin to buy political loyalty. Thus, the Russian government is trying to maintain influence in the world, even at the expense of its own economy, which is not in the best state.

Officially, these funds are intended 'to support exports and integration projects'. However, in reality, the Kremlin is buying political loyalty. Some of these states help Moscow evade sanctions, trade oil and arms, and block anti-Russian decisions at the UN.

Outside the window is a propaganda 'patriotic picture' - Russians, according to surveys, believe that 70% of the population is ready to cut expenses to defend the country. Thus, the authorities are trying to assure citizens of the well-known motive 'everything for the sake of the country'.

This news confirms that the Russian authorities consider political goals more important than the well-being of their own population, which is perceived as a resource for achieving the regime's objectives.