Introduction

Background . In the context of the digital era, the digital transformation of China's public administration is not only a key step in the modernization of national governance, but also has a demonstration effect on global governance models. This transformation covers a number of key areas such as data flow, information capacity enhancement and decision-making optimization, marking the evolution from traditional e-government to data-driven digital government. Purpose. This study aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the progress of digitization of public administration in China, especially its important role in enhancing administrative efficiency, optimizing public services, and enhancing policy transparency. The study also aims to explore how digital transformation contributes to the modernization of national governance, and how China can respond to the new challenges and opportunities brought about by digitization in the process, so as to provide lessons that can be learned globally. Methods . This study utilizes a combination of research methods, including literature review, case study analysis and policy assessment. The theoretical framework is constructed by systematically sorting out relevant theories and empirical studies. In addition, through in-depth analysis of specific policy and practice cases, it reveals the effectiveness and problems of digitization of public administration in China. Results. The digitization of public administration in China has achieved an important shift from e-government to digital government, a shift that has significantly improved the administrative efficiency of the government and the quality of public services. However, as the digitization process deepens, China also faces challenges such as data security, privacy protection, and digital divide. The existence of these issues may affect the effectiveness of digital transformation and need to be addressed through policy and technological innovation. Conclusions . This paper points out that while the digital transformation of public administration in China has improved the efficiency and quality of government services, it has also brought about problems such as privacy protection and uneven distribution of resources. These problems need to be solved by strengthening laws and regulations, improving public digital literacy, and optimizing the allocation of technological resources. In the future, China needs to continue to deepen its digital transformation to achieve more efficient national governance while ensuring inclusiveness and fairness in the digitization process.

This article aims to explore the interplay between financial stability, financial inclusion, and inclusive growth in 40 African countries during the period 2004-2020.It acknowledges that an unstable financial system has the potential to erode confidence and hinder the essence of financial inclusion in promoting inclusive growth.However, studies regarding the combined effect of financial inclusion and financial stability on inclusive growth are hard to find, especially in Africa.By examining the effects of financial inclusion on inclusive growth and the synergistic relationship between financial stability and inclusive growth, this study seeks to shed light on how these factors interact in the context of African economies.To cater for endogeneity issues, we used a two-step system generalized method of moment.Our result reveals three outcomes: First, financial inclusion promotes inclusive growth.Second, financial stability alone is less effective to enhance inclusive growth.Lastly, financial stability forms synergy with financial inclusion to further spike inclusive growth.It is recommended that policymakers should strive to enhance financial inclusion by promoting financial stability.

This paper provides a systematic analysis of the transformational challenges in the modernization of national governance in Kyrgyzstan. The study begins by outlining the issues stemming from the legacy of Soviet governance, such as institutional instability, fluctuating power structures, and implementation obstacles. It then discusses problems including restricted civic participation, low administrative efficiency, judicial corruption, and the limitations of digital reform. Finally, drawing on international experiences and regional cooperative approaches, the paper offers a series of recommendations for institutional restructuring, enhanced social engagement, and technological empowerment. The aim is to provide both theoretical and practical insights for governance modernization in transitional Central Asian states.

In 2021, responding to changes in the world political and economic situation and basing itself on Marxist political economy, the New Marxian Economics Synthesis School led by Professor Enfu Cheng carried forward its traditions and forged ahead into the future. The school conducted active, in-depth research on how to uphold the integrity of socialist political economy with Chinese characteristics and enrich it with new elements, putting forward a series of theoretical innovations in areas that include the ten essentials of socialist political economy with Chinese characteristics, its sources of innovation and logical starting point, the orientation of its practice, and so forth. Based on these theoretical innovations, many of the scholars who make up the school engaged in lively discussion on a range of focal issues of today’s Chinese economy, including common prosperity, the new “dual circulation” development pattern, artificial intelligence and the digital economy, the modernization of national governance and so on. In addition, they made searching criticisms of the financialization of the contemporary capitalist economy and of the new developments seen in liberalism and hegemonism since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out. In sum, they recorded a long series of fruitful theoretical achievements.

Research on the Relationship between National Governance Modernization and University Governance Modernization

As an issue in Chinese urban development, handling urban risk generalization invites reflection on the structural features and internal development of the immediate or potential risks entailed in rapid urbanization across the globe. As part of research on national governance modernization, China has reached a consensus on managing urban risks. A study of spatial theory indicates that urban risk generalization in China is essentially a structural issue arising from an immature system of generalized benefits in urban space rights and interests along with an unbalanced spatial structure, functional disarray and ecological disruption arising from inequitable and unbalanced urban spatial development, readjustment and renovation. As an innovative form of modern urban public management with its target shifting from the pursuit of material things to people-centered development, spatial management enlists actors including government, business, society and citizens to seek a “community of shared spatial interests” with a rational structure, effective functions and an optimized environment at the level of spatial production and interest distribution. We need innovation in the spatial structures, drivers and mechanisms of urban public management and cultural ecology to realize their institutionalization, synthesis and reordering, strategically forestalling and resolving urbanization risks and realizing a spatial governance vision of the scientific, fair and sustainable allocation, growth and renovation of urban space in the risk era.

As India progresses towards its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting has emerged as a critical enabler of sustainable and inclusive growth. This study examines the strategic contribution of ESG reporting in aligning corporate practices with the developmental pillars of Viksit Bharat 2047. Using a descriptive and analytical approach based on secondary data, the research evaluates BRSR and CSR disclosures of Indian listed companies, government reports, and national indices. The findings reveal that ESG-oriented initiatives significantly contribute to areas such as education, healthcare, gender equity, renewable energy, and rural development, thereby enhancing corporate reputation, investor confidence, and long-term value creation. However, the study also identifies challenges including the voluntary nature of ESG reporting, lack of standardization, risks of greenwashing, and low participation of MSMEs. The paper concludes that ESG reporting, if strengthened through standardized frameworks, mandatory compliance, and robust monitoring mechanisms, can become a transformative tool to achieve a socially just, environmentally responsible, and economically strong India by 2047. Research gap and contribution: While several studies have explored ESG reporting, very few have specifically linked it with India’s long‑term developmental vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Existing literature mostly focuses on ESG impact on firm value, investor perception or CSR trends, but does not examine how ESG disclosure can become a strategic driver for national goals. This paper attempts to bridge this gap by: • Mapping ESG initiatives of Indian companies with the five pillars of Viksit Bharat 2047. • Highlighting challenges such as greenwashing, voluntary participation of SMEs, and lack of uniform standards. • Suggesting a policy-level roadmap to make ESG a tool for inclusive and sustainable growth.

In 2010, EU adopted a new growth strategy which includes three growth priorities, i.e., (1) Smart Growth, (2) Sustainable Growth and (3) Inclusive Growth to be reached by 2020. Over the years, studies have been developed to examine issues in urban growth, or more recently inclusive growth. These types of issues are complex and require inter-disciplinary analysis. As the sustainable development has become a major trend in the urban planning, the concept of growth management principle has also become an important element in urban sustainability. The aim of this research is to investigate an urban development strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth which will more likely include ambitious objectives addressing soci-economic, environmental and governmental issues. The inclusive growth management efforts that arise in response to problems associated with urban sprawl exhibit a great variety of forms. Moreover, inclusive growth management regimes need to be expanded to address the full range of economically productive land uses found in urban areas, including industrial land, which has been overlooked by smart and inclusive growth advocates (usually to the detriment of their communities).

- Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping economic, social, and environmental development, offering both opportunities and risks for global sustainability. This paper examines how AI capabilities such as predictive analytics, automation and data integration can be aligned with the targets of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to promote inclusive and sustainable growth. Using a systems perspective, the study treats AI as an enabling infrastructure influencing service delivery, governance, and knowledge production. It evaluates AI’s contributions in sectors such as finance, education, healthcare and climate management while also addressing challenges including digital inequality, algorithmic bias and governance gaps. The paper argues that AI can support equitable and sustainable development only when guided by ethical frameworks, inclusive policies and coordinated institutional strategies that prioritise long-term social and environmental outcomes. Key Words: Artificial intelligence, Sustainable Development Goals, inclusive growth, digital inequality, AI governance, sustainable innovation.

Decentralization holds a significant role in the context of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), with its nature being not a fixed value but a comparative spectrum. Prior research investigating the measurement of decentralization in nations’ governance system provides a foundation for our current study. This research aims to integrate these insights to define dimensions and indicators, tailored explicitly for assessing decentralization levels within DAOs. Then, the article undertakes an examination of the suitability of traditional decentralization measurement approaches within the unique DAO context, employing confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) as our analytical tool based on a total of 44 DAOs. Hence, the results suggest that DAOs have three dimensions for measuring decentralization, ‘political decentralization as a participatory engagement’, ‘economic decentralization as a resource distribution’, and ‘administrative decentralization as the self-governing execution of decisions’. By substantiating the applicability of established decentralization measurement frameworks within the unique context of DAOs, the findings not only enhance the understanding of this emergent governance paradigm but also provide DAO practitioners, policymakers, and researchers with invaluable insights.

Financial inclusion is a crucial aspect of economic development, particularly in the context of poverty reduction and overall financial stability. This review paper explores the relationship between financial inclusion and sustainable growth through inclusive financial practices. It discusses the importance of financial literacy in enhancing financial inclusion and the potential for financial inclusion to drive innovation and economic growth. The role of institutions in promoting financial inclusion has been highlighted, emphasising the importance of institutional support in achieving greater financial deepening and economic growth. The paper also discusses the concerns regarding the long-term benefits and potential risks associated with digital financial inclusion and the relationship between financial inclusion and financial stability. Sustainable financial practices are crucial for achieving economic stability, reducing poverty, and promoting social equality. The paper highlights how financial inclusion provides equal access to financial services and is essential for sustainable growth and productivity, particularly for small and medium-scale enterprises. Furthermore, the paper explores the nexus between financial inclusion and suitability and how financial inclusion requires broadening and deepening the reach of banking. It also discusses the threshold effect of the financial inclusiveness-growth nexus, indicating a non-monotonic positive relation with economic growth. The paper concludes by highlighting the need to promote financial literacy to encourage sustainable financial practices and ensure the financial sustainability of agricultural enterprises, promoting social and environmental responsibility in financial activities.

The reformed EU fiscal rules (also referred to as Stability and Growth Pact) entered into force in April 2024. The main objectives of the reform were to ensure sound and sustainable public finances, while promoting sustainable and inclusive growth in all Member States through reforms and investments. This article provides an overview of the new legal framework and examines the relation and balance between debt reduction and sustainable growth in the application of the revised framework. It also analyses the Commission’s discretion in balancing these policy goals, first when assessing Member States’ fiscal-structural plans and second, when recommending the opening of an excessive deficit procedure. Further, this article examines the latest revision of the fiscal rules in the broader context of the EU’s legal competence in the field of economic policy, also taking into account other recent initiatives, such as NextGenerationEU and REPowerEU.

Chinese-style modernization puts forward requirements for the modernization of governance system, points out the direction and designs the route. The modernization of sports governance in rural schools is the underlying logic of the modernization of sports governance in China, and is the fundamental follow to achieve common prosperity and build a strong sports country. By using the methods of literature and logical analysis, this paper finds that there are some practical difficulties in the current rural school sports governance, such as the lack of legal and policy support and the lack of multiple governance subjects. With the advancement of the modernization of national governance, the study suggests that we should establish and improve the mechanism of social subjects participating in the management of rural school sports, improve the governance ability of rural schools, improve the path of school governance structure, and then realize the modernization of rural school sports governance.

Against the backdrop of the accelerating digitalization of economic and financial systems, digital finance is increasingly viewed as a potential catalyst for advancing sustainable development by improving financial accessibility and efficiency. This study provides multi-dimensional empirical evidence on the relationship between digital finance and sustainability, with a particular focus on inclusive green growth in the digital era. Drawing on the method of movement quantile regression, the results reveal that digital finance significantly promotes inclusive green growth, and its sustainability-enhancing effect becomes stronger at higher quantile levels. Further multi-dimensional decomposition shows that the expansion of financial coverage and the deepening of financial usage both contribute positively to sustainable and inclusive growth, although their effects exhibit notable heterogeneity across the conditional distribution. Specifically, the impact of coverage breadth intensifies at higher quantiles, whereas the influence of usage depth gradually weakens. In addition, green innovation and human capital accumulation are identified as important complementary drivers of sustainability. These findings offer nuanced insights into the mechanisms through which digital finance supports sustainable development and provide policy-relevant implications for calibrating digital financial architectures to achieve inclusive and green growth objectives.

The present article is a scientific and analytical review of the second volume of the collective monograph “New Technology for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth: Technological Support, Standards and Commercial Turnover”, prepared for the 70th anniversary of the Honored Scientist of the Russian Federation Oleg Inshakov. The author describes the structure and content of the book published by Springer and indexed in the international citation and analysis database Scopus. Data regarding the authors of the monograph are given. It is noted that the prepared collective research is aimed at solving a complex interdisciplinary scientific problem, which consists in the lack of balanced mechanisms of digital technologies impact on effective state regulation of production and non-production spheres of ecological entrepreneurship with regard to ensuring inclusive growth and sustainable development of Russia. According to the authors of the article, the problem state in the country of ecological entrepreneurship requires a logical search for solutions, including the use of digital economy and digital law. It is established that in order to solve the mentioned problem, the methodological arsenal of various branches of science, first of all, economic and legal, is used in the book. Within the framework of the stated theme the range of tasks is solved, which setting stipulates its assignment to the key directions of the Strategy of Scientific and Technological Development of the Russian Federation. Specific problems in the context of the chosen direction of research, to which the monographic research is directed, including the state scale, are identified and listed. The editors of the book believe that the conclusions and ideas derived from theoretical and empirical research will contribute to the development of conceptual framework and practical recommendations, which in turn will improve the economic, environmental, social and legal mechanisms governing the use of Industry 4.0 technologies to achieve inclusive and sustainable regional and global growth.