No 2 (2024)

The relevance of the study is caused by the increasing importance of the tourism industry in the national economic system. Since tourism was hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic, government support measures were aimed at restoring industry dynamics and further development. The scale of a country’s economy influences the structural priorities of the industry: the larger the country, the less it depends on international tourism and should be interested in stimulating domestic tourism. The study of the country as a whole has focused on aggregate tourism indicators; the uneven growth of tourism across regions reflects both the differences in socio-economic and natural-climatic conditions and the strategic priorities for the development of the industry and its share in economic growth. The study considers the mechanisms of government stimulation of the tourism industry and analyzes the dynamics of industry development indicators and assessments of its recovery sustainability at a regional level. The methodological procedures of the study are based on the analysis of international information and analytical resources, statistical data on the Russian Federation, indicators of strategic documents, and budget data. An analysis of the use of government tools to stimulate the development of the tourism sector reflects the positive impact of industry indicators on the dynamics of its recovery both immediately after a year of pandemic restrictions and in the subsequent period. The study proved the effectiveness of the “tourist cashback” support tool. Based on data on the structure of the tourist flow and places of accommodation, the author concluded that the share of the number of Russian tourists, inbound and outbound tourism has increased. Tourist trips have become more frequent, but shorter in duration. The leadership of regions according to the results of assessing the sustainability of tourism recovery is associated with various factors: the “dacha region effect”, the concentration of sanatorium and resort organizations, etc. The development of the industry is associated with adaptation to global sustainability trends, digitalization, and state-private-public partnership

Agriculture stands as the cornerstone of Bangladesh’s rural economy, sustaining not only food production, but also serving as a primary source of employment for its rural populace. Modernising this sector holds the potential to bolster its expansion, and generate further employment opportunities, thereby fostering rural socio-economic development. The purpose of the study is to examine the impact of electric power consumption, government final consumption expenditure, and the democracy index on employment in the agricultural sector in Bangladesh. Employing a dynamic ARDL model, we examined the short and long run dynamics between agricultural employment and other independent variables, utilising data spanning the period from 1991 to 2022. The findings underscore the pivotal role played by electricity in the growth of employment in agriculture. The study illuminates the nuanced interplay between various factors, revealing that government expenditure positively influences the agricultural sector, while the democratic landscape exerts a negative influence. In light of these insights, the paper advocates for strategic policy measures, emphasising the critical need for the government to prioritise the development of the electric sector, recognising it as a linchpin for sustainable agricultural growth and overall socio-economic advancement. Simultaneously, the study highlights the imperative of fostering a conducive political environment, underscoring its direct correlation with positive changes in the agricultural sector. Through these concerted efforts, Bangladesh can pave the way for a more resilient and prosperous agricultural landscape, contributing significantly to its overarching socio-economic development.