MOSCOW—Vladimir Putin’s efforts to reassert Moscow’s global influence appear to be bearing some fruit. But 20 years after he first assumed the Russian presidency, his efforts to revitalize the country’s economy have languished. Mr. Putin recently proposed changes to Russia’s constitution that he could use to retain his grip on power, perhaps in a new role to tend to his legacy from behind the scenes. As he ushers in a new government following the resignation of Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev, he will be sure to try to maintain...

Source: Wall Street Journal January 19, 2020 19:30 UTC