The evolution of the foreign policy in the energy strategy of the Russian Federation

The fuel and energy complex plays one of the main roles in the economy of any state. The provision of energy resources and the independence of the energy industry in the technological issue are also key elements of the country's national security system. In the context of dynamic global changes in the system of international relations affecting the energy sector, the state should clearly define priorities and directions for the development of energy policy. The correct identification of possible challenges and threats, an objective assessment of the state and analysis of market conditions will allow to adequately respond and adapt to the current situation, which in turn will contribute to sustainable socio-economic development. After 2022, Russia once again faced the need to adjust the course of energy development, given Russia's special place in the system of international energy security. Large-scale sanctions pressure, the redrawing of the supply geography and changes in relations with once traditional partners create the need to define new goals and objectives for the development of the industry, especially given the international situation. The study conducted a comparative analysis of official documents – different versions of Russia's Energy Strategy. Thus, the methodological basis of the research was made up of general scientific, historical and other methods used in such studies: in particular, the method of systematic and critical analysis, content analysis, etc. As part of the research, the article provides a comparative analysis of the main provisions concerning Russia's foreign energy policy, the factors influencing it, as well as key priorities and directions for the development of the fuel and energy sector, described in each version of the Russian Energy Strategy as a fundamental document in the field of energy policy regulation. The author formulates the main conclusions on the analysis of the key provisions of various versions of the strategic document, noting their inherent continuity in the field of Russia's foreign energy policy. The conclusion is drawn about a serious transformation over more than 20 years of state energy policy in terms of strategic planning for the development of the energy industry and, in particular, its international aspect. The key priorities are highlighted, and some features of their compilation are outlined.

Energy strategy, Russia, energy, strategic planning, development priorities, fuel and energy complex, state regulation, foreign policy, energy markets, evolution of state policy