Russia is the largest country in the world spanning Europe and Asia. It has a population of 141.3 million people, most of whom live in urban areas. The main religions are Russian Orthodox, Muslim, and Christianity. Russia has a democratic government with executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The economy relies heavily on exports of oil, natural gas, and raw materials. Franchising, such as the coffee house chain Chocolate, is a growing industry in Russia that offers benefits like assistance with start-up processes and access to suppliers and customers.