putting climate issues aside, transport is a major issues. if you look at the southern parts of russia that are more urbanized: that's where all the communication links like railroads and highways are located.  transportation of goods and energy across russia's 11 imezones was always a major issue for russia's economy and statecraft, and this issue still hasn't been solved. however, maybe with the cooling of weather, the northern trade route will finally open up, and this in turn will bring a lot of cash flow, and a lot of easier access for civic life there.
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