摘要
In historical perspective, Russia-Europe relations are always an .important aspect in world process affecting the overall situation. Ever since Russia was involved in European affairs as a major country, a phenomenon has kept repeating itself: major readjustments of relations between Russia and European countries almost always have led to reconstruction of the international system. In the early 19th century, the changing friend and foe relations between Russia and France, Britain, Austria and Prussia led to collapse of the Napoleon Empire and the establishment of the Vienna System.
In historical perspective, RussiaEurope relations are always an important aspect in world process affecting the overall situation. Ever since Russia was involved in European affairs as a major country, a phenomenon has kept repeating itself: major readjustments of relations between Russia and European countries almost always have led to reconstruction of