This book presents and discusses current research in the study of a variety of economic, political and social issues of Russia, as well as U.S. involvement with these issues. Topics discussed include Russia's economic performance and policies; democracy in Russia; Russian political, economic and security issues and U.S. interests; U.S. nuclear co-operation agreement with Russia; arms control after START II and the Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) status for Russia and the U.S.