title: Lobbying will help Russian regions fill fiscal gaps
abstract: Subject Competition for resources among Russia's regions. Significance Since signs of economic slowdown emerged in 2013, Russian regional governments have been under pressure to adjust policies to sustain economic activity, employment and above all stability. Expanding budget deficits and growing commercial debt have forced many to shift from growth to retrenchment and cuts. The strongest performing regions include hydrocarbon producers, joined by farming regions benefiting from import substitut
journal: Emerald expert briefings