Definition of imperialism: > Imperialism is the maintaining and extending of power over foreign nations, particularly through expansionism, employing both hard

Definition of imperialism: > Imperialism is the maintaining and extending of power over foreign nations, particularly through expansionism, employing both hard power (military and economic power) and soft power (diplomatic power and cultural imperialism). Imperialism focuses on establishing or maintaining hegemony and a more or less formal empire. Russia fits the bill very well.