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<|user|>
Can you tell me some of the history of Russia's transition from a communist to modern society?
<|assistant|>
Russia’s transition from communism to a market economy and modern society began in 1988 when Soviet Leader Mikhail Gorbachev introduced radical reform policies known as glasnost and perestroika. These policies led to a drastic transformation of the Soviet economy and political system, culminating in the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. This transition period was marked by periods of tremendous instability and reform, accompanied by periods of rapid economic and social progress. The past 30 years have seen a significant move towards a market-based economy, democratisation of the political system and an increasing level of integration with international financial and trade markets. Though this transition has been met with significant challenges along the way, Russia is today a much more modern, democratic society than it was 30 years ago.