ABSTRACT
In the conclusion, “Why does Russia prefer strategic asymmetry?,” the asymmetric warfare concept is briefly discussed, and it is argued that the main facet of Russia's security policy is not the asymmetric approaches themselves but rather the strategic asymmetry, which applies to almost all areas of Russia's external security policy. The chapter explains asymmetric warfare theory, its formation, and how it classifies the methods and actors of asymmetric war. In this part, the asymmetric warfare theory is presented using several historical explanations and approaches. The modern research on the subject is reviewed and from this, the most essential findings applicable to Russia's case are discussed. This part of the book explains why asymmetric approaches, and especially asymmetry in strategic interactions, can be considered important tools in Russia's security policy.
