The external image of Russia in Latin America on the example of the Republic of Nicaragua

Abstract

This article analyses Russia's image in the countries of the Latin American region. Using the example of the Republic of Nicaragua, the main factors for forming a positive image of the Russian Federation abroad are identifi ed, and examples of successful implementation of our country's "soft power" policy are given. The article pays special attention to bilateral relations between Russia and Nicaragua at the present stage, examines many areas of cooperation between the countries, such as trade, economic and investment, military-technical, cultural, scientific and technical, humanitarian and others.