Putin's Eurasian Thought And The Construction Of Greater Eurasian Partnership

Since Putin came to power,Eurasianism has become an important part of Putin's ruling thoughts and has profoundly influenced Putin's political practice.Due to the profound influence of this idea,Russian President Putin officially announced to the world the birth of the "Greater Eurasian Partnership" in June 2016.This plan is regarded as an important practice of Putin's Eurasianism.For Russia,this is not only an economic cooperation plan,but also a great strategy with long-term geopolitical significance.This article first outlines the overall historical development of Eurasianism in Russia,from classical Eurasianism in the 1920 s,Gumilev Eurasianism,and neo-Eurasianism after the collapse of the Soviet Union,and then gradually developed to Putin.On the basis of his Eurasianism,Putin formally proposed the Great Eurasian Partnership.Based on the spiritual core of Putin's Eurasian thoughts that give consideration to both East and West and equal emphasis on Europe and Asia,Russia's Greater Eurasian partnership is mainly developed from two directions: On the one hand,it develops eastward relations with Asia-Pacific countries such as China,India,and Japan.Accelerate the implementation of the eastward transfer strategy;on the other hand,consolidate cooperation with the Commonwealth of Independent States countries that have broad common interests,similar historical and cultural origins,and values.The construction of this plan has also achieved certain results.It has promoted the revitalization and development of the Russian economy,and increased Russia's influence in the Eurasian region and the international community.At the same time,this is also an important step taken by Russia to realize the rejuvenation of the Russian state,reshape the post-Soviet space,and promote the integration of Europe and Asia.It is of great significance to the international structure and regional development.However,the future development prospects of the Greater Eurasian Partnership are not all smooth sailing.There are hopes and opportunities,but also difficulties and uncertainties.