Economic framework of Russia-Belarus integration cooperation. Рубрика в журнале - Economic and Social Changes: Facts, Trends, Forecast
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The article analyses the efficiency and economic feasibility of autonomous power supply by the example of several cogeneration plants (mini-CHPs) operating in the industrial and municipal enterprises of the Republic of Belarus. The article also focuses on some important features of the energy sector, in particular the problem of cross-subsidies and tariffs in the energy sector. The results and main economic indicators of the exploitation of a number of cogeneration plants, constructed in the Republic over the last eight years, are presented and analysed in detail. The article is based on the detailed study of the economy of each object in particular and on the comparison of the results by the parameters of economic efficiency of all of the objects under study in general. Certain disadvantages and advantages of this direction in the energy sector of the country are defined. A number of problems and tasks, revealed on the basis of a long-standing generalised experience in designing, construction and exploitation of cogeneration plants in the Republic, and requiring thorough investigation and resolution are identified.
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The article is devoted to the topical issues of trade and economic integration of the Northwestern Federal District of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus. It studies the trends in the development of trade and economic activity in their regions. The article describes the mathematical tool of gravity modelling of the trade and economic cooperation, approved by the materials of statistical reporting of NWFD regions and the Republic of Belarus. A forecast of development of trade and economic activity in these regions has been elaborated.
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Strategic priorities of Russia-Belarus integration in terms of food security issue
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The article dwells on the scientific and practical aspects of cross-border cooperation, as well as the existing challenges and threats in the agro-food sector of Russia and Belarus in the context of food security. According to the authors, the choice of strategic priorities for interaction significantly determines the efficiency of the integration process. Special attention is given to the problem of quality and safety of modern food and beverages in the conditions of the activities of transnational companies and open market.
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