The Soviet Space Program and International Collaboration during Perestroika, 1985-1991

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The Soviet Space Program and International Collaboration during Perestroika, 1985-1991 is written by Olga Dubrovina and published by Springer Nature. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 3032031575 (ISBN 10) and 9783032031570 (ISBN 13).

This book explores the evolution of the Soviet space sector during the period of perestroika, presenting it as a revealing mirror of the broader political, economic, and social transformations that reshaped the late Soviet Union. It examines the dynamics behind the attempted transition from an authoritarian regime with a centralised economy to a democratic system and market-based economy, analysing the consequences of these profound shifts for the fabric of Soviet society. As the expansion of international scientific cooperation and the commercialisation of space infrastructure became central to changes in the field of cosmonautics, the book delves into the challenges of forging Soviet–European partnerships amid Cold War bloc divisions. It also traces the USSR’s initial steps into the emerging global market for space goods and services. At a time when space plays an increasingly vital role in our societies, economies, and foreign policy, this book is essential reading for scholars of international relations, history, and space studies. It makes a timely contribution to ongoing debates on science diplomacy and its influence on international relations and global geopolitics.