2024 (21), №4

The Concept of Technological Sovereignty in the State Policy of Contemporary Russia

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Potaptseva, E. V., Akberdina, V. V., & Ponomareva, A. O. (2024). The Concept of Technological Sovereignty in the State Policy of Contemporary Russia. AlterEconomics, 21(4), 818–842. https://doi.org/10.31063/AlterEconomics/2024.21-4.9

Abstract:

Amid global economic and political turbulence, the task of ensuring technological sovereignty has become increasingly important for Russia. The institutional and legal frameworks for achieving technological sovereignty are still being developed, and a unified conceptual foundation — encompassing its key concepts, goals, scope, regulations, and implementation mechanisms — has yet to be established. This study aims to systematize the existing conceptual framework needed to ensure technological sovereignty in the Russian Federation. The study employs an institutional approach, analyzing existing and new rules in the field of technological sovereignty, primarily shaped by legal norms. It also uses critical analysis to assess the strengths and weaknesses of key documents forming the legal framework for technological sovereignty in Russia. The study relies on normative documents that shape the legal framework for technological sovereignty. The results outline key principles for ensuring technological sovereignty and suggest ways to improve public policy effectiveness. They deepen understanding of its boundaries and principles, while highlighting the core aspects of the conceptual approach and its implementation in the context of current challenges. Effective state policy will require a comprehensive, systematic approach, viewing technological sovereignty as a vital component of national development.

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Ekaterina V. Potaptseva — Cand. Sci. (Econ.), Senior Research Associate, Institute of Economics of the Ural Branch of RAS; https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8670-0304 (29, Moskovskaya St., Ekaterinburg, 620014, Russian Federation; e-mail: potaptseva.ev@uiec.ru).

Victoria V. Akberdina — Dr. Sci. (Econ.), Professor, Corresponding Member of Russian Academy of Sciences, Head of Department, Institute of Economics of the Ural Branch of RAS; https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6463-4008 (29, Moskovskaya St., Ekaterinburg, 620014, Russian Federation; e-mail: akberdina.vv@uiec.ru).

Alena O. Ponomareva — Junior Research Associate, Institute of Economics of the Ural Branch of RAS; https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0525-7115 (29, Moskovskaya St., Ekaterinburg, 620014, Russian Federation; e-mail; ponomareva.ao@uiec.ru).

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