Former soviet republics: Current economic situation and long-term strategy
https://doi.org/10.35854/1998-1627-2023-12-1433-1441
Abstract
Aim. Formation of information and analytical support to justify decisions in the field of responding to the development problems of partner states, cooperation with which is recognized as important for Russia in terms of geopolitical benefits and advantages: member states of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Tajikistan.
Objectives. To summarize the trends of macroeconomic dynamics of the countries under consideration in 2020–2023; to analyze the priorities of long-term strategic programs implemented by the countries; to assess the prospects for their further development in the medium and long term.
Methods. Within the framework of the study, the authors analyzed open statistical data characterizing the state of the economy of the countries under consideration. The key documents establishing strategic priorities of socio-economic development of the countries in the coming years were analyzed.
Results. Macroeconomic dynamics in the studied countries during the last few years differed significantly, which is explained, among other things, by the heterogeneous impact of economic shocks. All countries have long-term development programs in place, the priorities of which include improving the quality of public administration, accelerating economic growth taking into account the principles of sustainable development.
Conclusions. Strategic programs serve as a significant source of information on priority development directions for the countries and can be used to identify areas with the potential for further expansion of trade, investment and other types of cooperation.
About the Authors
I. A. YakovlevRussian Federation
Igor A. Yakovlev, PhD in Economics, Head of the Center for International Finance,
3, Nastasyinskiy Lane, bldg. 2, Moscow, 127006.
Competing Interests:
The authors declare no conflict of interest related to the publication of this article.
S. A. Rodionov
Russian Federation
Stanislav A. Radionov, PhD in Economics, researcher1, 2
3, Nastasyinskiy Lane, bldg. 2, Moscow, 127006;
53 Leninskiy Ave., Moscow, 119991.
Competing Interests:
The authors declare no conflict of interest related to the publication of this article.
M. G. Mkhitaryan
Russian Federation
Monika G. Mkhitaryan, analyst,
3, Nastasyinskiy Lane, bldg. 2, Moscow, 127006.
Competing Interests:
The authors declare no conflict of interest related to the publication of this article.
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For citations:
Yakovlev I.A., Rodionov S.A., Mkhitaryan M.G. Former soviet republics: Current economic situation and long-term strategy. Economics and Management. 2023;29(12):1433-1441. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.35854/1998-1627-2023-12-1433-1441