Modern state and development trends of electronic industry in Russia

The capabilities of the electronic industry determine the technological independence, defense capacity, information security of the country and the society activities. Russia cannot be a modern power and develop other high-tech and knowledge-based industries without its own microelectronic components. The paper analyzes the state of the Russian electronics industry. The research focuses on microelectronics as the most dynamic branch of the economy in the world and a strategically important industry for this country. Analysis of statistical data shows that Russia’s share in the world production of microelectronic components is insignificant and less than 1 %. The problem of providing Russian enterprises with the domestic electronic components and the dependence of electronics on imports is revealed. Russia’s weak position in relation to the majority of states is explained by technological backwardness, strong dependence on government orders and a shortage of young personnel.