The article presents the strategic analysis results of threats and risks to Russia resulting from deterioration of the foreign policy and economic situation. The analysis is conducted in a wide context of the world development, global crisis, technological prospects and geopolitical situation. The article proposes recommendations aimed at countering threats, at strengthening economic and political power of Russia, its international prestige and influence. The proposed system of measures is structured both by terms (for short, medium and long-term perspective) and by areas of activity.

The articles presents studies results of the military expenditure effect on the state economy. It is shown that this effect is ambiguous, that in today’s Russia SDO funding up to 3% of GDP is positive and will contribute to the country’s economic development.