Russian IDA policy - contours of BRICS partnership

This article analyzes the characteristics of Russian policy in the sphere of international development assistance and gives us a comparative analysis of policies BRICS countries in this field. Basing on this analysis the author provides conclusions regarding the areas of partnership of the Russian Federation and other BRICS countries in the implementation of international aid programs in third countries.

official development assistance, international development assistance, international assistance, BRICS, new donors, national interests