I wrote this days ago but forgot to post it. Sorry!
Welcome to Kaiserreich! As you've probably noticed, you're playing Russia, who is something of a 'special case' in regards to government, military, etc. In the first few years of the game, Russia will basically have to form an all-new government, which means that they lack a few features in the begining. First off, you'll notice you cannot research any Land Doctrines. After Russia's new government has stabilized, you will be able to choose a doctrine to research. You also lack some tech teams, most notably an industrial team. You'll be able to choose to focus on either military, industry, and agriculture later on in the game, with tech teams to match. Russia will also be able to reclaim some former Imperial cores later on in the game, so don't be disturbed by the lack of national provinces. Have fun!
You'll notice Russia lacks a few vital features at the start of the game, most notably the ability to resarch Land Doctrines. She also lacks cores on former Russian territory, and a few tech teams. This will all be given to you by events in the first few years of the game.
Made long and short versions. I'm very bad at condensing things.
Also, do me one favor: Name the 'okay' button on the event 'Slavsya strana, my gordimsya toboy!'