Part taken by the inter-ethnic communication in establishing a civilizing image of the contemporary Russia

Inter-ethnic relations turned to be one of the most dramatic domains in the system of social relations in a contemporary period of civilizing development in Russia. This area is overcharged with conflicts, antagonisms, prejudices, however this domain incorporates a huge integrative potential of Russian society that requires application while shaping a new Russia. This paper explores part taken by the inter-ethnic communication in civilizing development of the contemporary Russian society.