The Effectiveness of the Russian Impact in Estonia Measured With Quantitative Methods
The Effectiveness of the Russian Impact in Estonia Measured With Quantitative Methods

Summary/Abstract: The observed impact of Russian influence on the Baltic states, including Estonia, involves the use of so-called soft methods, which are expressed, among other things, through the implementation of information warfare, political games, and direct influence on decision-makers and citizens of the state. The strong arguments of Russia’s diplomatic apparatus remain references to religion, language, nationality, history, and national borders. Within the framework of this article, quantitative methods of measuring Russia’s impact on Estonia will be discussed, which concern such areas as demographics, the amount of imports, exports, and parliamentary elections.

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