The Economic Impact of Soldier Payments in Russia's Impoverished Regions

In the Russian city of Ulan-Ude, high signing bonuses and compensation payments for soldiers killed in action are driving economic activity.

Economic Transformation in the City of Ulan-Ude

A high influx of cash and soldier payments from the front lines in Ulan-Ude, Russia, is leading to notable activity in the local economy.

Across the city, new apartments are being built, new businesses are opening, and the number of vehicles is increasing.

Cemeteries and War Memorials Are Growing

While economic vitality is experienced, the number of graves in local cemeteries is increasing and war memorials continue to expand.

While the financial resources coming from the front lines are changing the appearance of impoverished regions, human casualties are also rising.