The role of state and non-state institutions in the formation of regulatory paradigms in the international business environment
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https://doi.org/10.56294/sctconf2024.1126Keywords:
sustainable development, technological innovations, state institutions, non-state institutions, Germany, economic regulationAbstract
In the context of a globalised world, the importance of effective regulation for sustainable development is becoming increasingly important. Growing environmental challenges, the need for economic growth and innovation require a comprehensive approach to regulation that involves both governmental and non-governmental institutions. The relevance of this research is to explore the interaction between these institutions to form a regulatory environment aimed at achieving the goals of sustainable development.
The research has shown that state institutions play a crucial role in creating a regulatory framework for sustainable development, and setting standards and regulatory requirements. At the same time, non-governmental institutions, including international organisations, NGOs, and the private sector, make a significant contribution to developing innovative approaches, and providing financing, and technical support for sustainable development projects. Joint interaction between state and non-state institutions contributes not only to the harmonisation of regulatory standards and the exchange of best practices but also, last but not least, to the efficiency of implementing various sustainable development initiatives.
The conclusions emphasise the need to further strengthen the interaction between governmental and non-governmental institutions in order to implement an integrated approach to sustainable development. In particular, it is crucial to develop mechanisms for flexible adaptation of regulatory initiatives to the specifics of different countries and regions, as well as to ensure a balance between global harmonisation of standards and national adaptation. Further study of mechanisms of effective cooperation is required to identify best practices and develop new tools for cooperation
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