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 Afontsev S.A. (2024). Theoretical dimensions of economic sovereignty. Journal of the New Economic Association, 3 (64), 218–224 (in Russian). DOI: 10.31737/22212264_2024_3_218-224 EDN: CPOVCR

Abstract. The article addresses the problems and prospects associated with the introduction of economic sovereignty notion to economic research. Four directions of such an introduction are identified focusing on such aspects as contribution of economic factors to maintaining national sovereignty; autonomy of economic policy; self-reliance in key aspects of economic development; and economic sustainability to negative external shocks like trade wars and sanctions. These research fields are shown to be characterized by unequal quality of theoretical and analytical achievements. At the moment, integrated theoretical basis for research in economic sovereignty is lacking, although some noteworthy conceptual developments can be traced in studies of factors affecting the degree of autonomy of national governments in economic policy decision making. The largest potential for ‘conceptual breakthrough’ is concentrated in technological sovereignty studies. To exploit this potential, however, economists should go beyond applied research and routine analytics to start a quest for appropriate theoretical generalizations.

Keywords: economic sovereignty, technological sovereignty, economic policy, economic development, external shocks, economic sanctions.

 

 Solovyev E.G. (2024). Evolution of the concept of “sovereignty” — is there a place for economic sovereignty in political science? Journal of the New Economic Association, 3 (64), 225–231 (in Russian). DOI: 10.31737/22212264_2024_3_225-231 EDN: DUJYA

Abstract. The article examines the evolution of the concept of economic sovereignty and the key areas of discussion on the aspects of economic sovereignty in a changing world. It is argued that, despite all the disputed points, sovereignty remains the pillar of modern politics. The main discussions on the issue of economic sovereignty revolve around the two key concepts, i.e., that of independence and control. For developing countries, independence means, first of all, regaining control over their own resources. Developed countries are preoccupied with the problem of controlling economic (and technological) processes and resources in the global arena. The concept of economic sovereignty is gaining weight both in research community and in practical politics. The big debate on the issue of economic sovereignty is still ahead.

Keywords: sovereignty, economic sovereignty, globalization, economic sovereignty of the EU, real sovereignty, developing countries.

 

 Danilin I.V., Sidorova E.A. (2024). The concept of technological sovereignty in the transforming world. Journal of the New Economic Association, 3 (64), 238–243 (in Russian). DOI: 10.31737/22212264_2024_3_238-243 EDN: MBBQWD

Abstract. The article examines the evolution of the technological sovereignty concept in the context of economic globalization, growing complexity of the high-tech sector, new geopolitical realities, COVID 19 pandemic, and the development of digital technologies. At present, key approaches to the technological sovereignty are protective function (restrictions against competitors) and the industrial model which stresses national technological independence (most important R&D competencies, production). The article argues that rising global technological interdependence and resource constraints limit efficiency of both protective and industrial approaches. The article highlights formation of a new «open» technological sovereignty model, based on a system of international partnerships and coopetition (with geopolitical and other requirements included). Authors argue, that adaptation of the technological sovereignty concepts to the new realities is needed, as well as responding to the challenges of the “open” model, including its relationship with traditional political sovereignty, defining the criteria of technological independence, and goalsetting (security, global leadership, climate change, etc.).

Keywords: technological sovereignty, high technology sector, most developed nations, China, emerging technologies, strategic autonomy.