Vol 10, No 3 (2023)
Articles
Innovative development of CELAC countries as a factor of their investment attractiveness
Abstract
The authors consider the problem of innovative development, which is one of the key factors in attracting investment in the economies of the countries of the CELAC region. Particular attention is paid to the fact that innovations create new opportunities for the development of economic sectors and the creation of new jobs. The authors reveal that innovations can contribute to the development of a sustainable economy and environmentally sustainable production, which leads to economic stability and attractiveness for investors. It is also determined that organizations and companies that invest in services and products related to innovation can earn high profits and strengthen their positions in the market. In addition, the authors study other problems existing in the region that may affect innovative development in the future. The authors analyze the following: low level of education of the population, low culture of entrepreneurship, limited access to capital and technology. But despite these problems, many Latin American countries show excellent results in the development of innovations and can compete with other regions of the world.
The experience of foreign countries in the use of abandoned industrial territories and its projection on the situation in Russia
Abstract
Industrial regions are the basis for the development of the country's economy. This article examines the existing threats to development, among which the non-use of old industrial buildings has been identified. The analysis of existing abandoned territories allows us to formulate a number of problems that the government faces when implementing projects for the renovation of these territories. Special attention is paid to the problem of abandoned unused industrial buildings in foreign countries. The experience of the analyzed countries demonstrates the real possibility of restoring abandoned industrial territories. As a conclusion, there are positive aspects that will arise after the change of unused territories.
Risk management in modern insurance business
Abstract
The article shows modern approaches to risk management in the insurance industry; analyzes the key risks faced by insurers; identifies the most effective methods and tools of risk management of insurance companies. The paper presents a brief review of the literature in the context of risk management, trends and the state of the insurance market in Russia and the world, the actual work of insurers with risks. Whereas the timely identification, analysis and overcoming of possible risks is an integral task in the activities of insurance companies, the real practice of risk management in this segment was studied. Based on the results of the research, the strengths and prospects for the development of risk management in insurance were formulated.
Educational Potential as a Factor of Demographic Development of Cities and Districts of the Ryazan Region (2000-2020)
Abstract
The article analyzes the population’s dynamics of the districts of the Ryazan oblast’ districts for 2000–2022 in comparison with similar average indicators of the Russian Federation and the Central Federal District. The key reasons for the depopulation of the region, internal spatial differences are revealed: 4 types of districts according to the peculiarities of population dynamics (areas with population growth – 2 out of 25, areas with high, medium and low population decline – 23). Among the main reasons for the population’s decline in the most problematic areas (in addition to low birth rates typical for Russian Federation), the leading role is played by the lack of transport links with the regional center, lack of higher and professional educational institutions, the closure of industrial and agricultural enterprises, the low level of infrastructure development for a comfortable life of the population, etc. Options for optimizing the demographic structure of the population are proposed.
Reversal of Russia's foreign economic activity to the East under pressure from the West
Abstract
The Russian-Chinese partnership is becoming stronger and more influential, which is due to the strategic interests of both countries. The article analyzes trade cooperation between Russia and China in the context of sanctions pressure from Western countries. Based on the analysis of the dynamics of trade turnover, the structure of exports and imports, it is concluded that there are factors conducive to the creation of close ties between the countries. The basis for the analysis is the data of the Chinese Customs Administration. According to the results of the study, problems were identified, eliminating which, the countries will be able to create even more effective mutually beneficial cooperation.
The role of small and medium-sized enterprises in the French economy
Abstract
The article is devoted to the research of the role of private entrepreneurship in the French economy. In the work, the authors presented the main directions of the French economy, in which small and medium-sized businesses occupy the leading positions. The impact of coronavirus infection on the development of private entrepreneurship was analyzed, measures of state support for SMEs to overcome the consequences of the pandemic and the role of COVID-19 in the implementation of innovative technologies were considered. The article also assesses the impact of the French system of small and medium-sized enterprises on the countries that are former French colonies.


