Socialism in One Country (Soviet)

"Socialism in One Country" was a Soviet policy idea that proposed strengthening socialism within the borders of the USSR rather than focusing on spreading it worldwide. Developed by Joseph Stalin in the 1920s, it argued that the USSR could build a powerful, self-sufficient socialist state despite being surrounded by capitalist nations. This shift responded to external pressures and the idea that the Soviet Union should prioritize developing its own economy and social system before helping revolutions elsewhere. It marked a move from internationalist communist goals to a focus on consolidating and strengthening socialism domestically.