Territorial Development Research Articles

Loadbearing capacity and safety for winter roads improvement reinforcement and ice modification

Introduction. The natural processes associated with the thawing of permafrost and the accompanying risks of man-made disasters have been steadily increasing in recent years. At the same time, a new space of opportunities opens up for the development of territories, the formation of new cargo transportation routes, both in transit and directly to the Arctic regions. The number of consumers is increasing, the requirements for the economic efficiency of transport infrastructure and the requirements for materials for its construction and maintenance are increasing.Materials and methods. Water ice is one of the most widespread substances in the northern nature, and the experience of its use as a building material goes back centuries. At the same time, the use of water ice still has no alternative in the construction of seasonal ice roads and crossings, including for solving the tasks of oil and gas companies. This article is devoted to the possibilities of using modern materials that change the properties of water ice and structural and technological solutions to increase the carrying capacity and safety of ice crossings and extend the service life of winter trucks.Results. Experimental and theoretical studies, tests at the landfill, pilot production tests at ice crossings have shown the possibility to significantly increase the carrying capacity and safety of the transport when reinforcing ice. The introduction of water ice modifiers together with its reinforcement significantly improve the physical and mechanical properties of water ice.Conclusion. The authors’ idea of the possibilities of a significant increase in the bearing capacity of the ice cover on winter roads, traffic safety, prolongation of their service life with the combined use of special reinforcing materials and chemical modifiers of water ice is presented. The reasons for the limited use of the recommendations proposed by the authors are disclosed.

Harmonious Human Settlements in the Light of the Principles of Ekistics

Confronted with mounting challenges such as rapid urbanization, global living disparities, climate change, natural disasters, the recent upheaval of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Ukrainian-Russian War, the United Nations and other international entities have redirected their focus towards fostering resilient, democratic, cohesive, sustainable, and digital societies. This paradigm shift necessitates a global partnership to conserve, protect, and restore the health and integrity of the Earth's ecosystem. Amid these complex issues, the Ekistics principles provide a comprehensive framework, advocating for harmonious urbanization and balanced territorial development. These principles prioritize the incorporation of ethical, social, environmental, and economic considerations into urban planning and governance processes. Nevertheless, critics argue that sustaining the capitalist system poses a challenge to achieving harmonious settlements, balanced urbanization, and the preservation of natural, environmental, and cultural values. This paper underscores the significance and relevance of Ekistics principles in shaping the discourse around Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It contends that revolutionary changes in globalization, communications technology, and industrial development mandate a reevaluation of existing approaches to address the most pressing global issues and their potential solutions. By highlighting the Ekistics principles, this article contributes to a nuanced understanding of the intricate dynamics shaping urban living in the contemporary era. The analysis aims to stimulate a reorientation of prevailing strategies and policies, fostering a more sustainable and harmonious trajectory for global urbanization.

About Free economic zones

The article explores the concept of a free economic zone. It is determined that the concept of a free economic zone is not formally updated, but in a collective understanding it is actively used by many specialists in practical circulation. The authors give arguments about the functioning of a free economic zone in Russia and analyze the general position of such zones in the world. The experience and practice of the functioning of free economic zones in the country are diligently monitored, but the main monitoring is concentrated at the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia, whose reports provide positive indicators. The article discusses a cross–section of reporting data reflecting only the functionality of territorial development zones, territories of advanced socio–economic development, special economic zones. Based on a sample of reporting data and discussion of the opinions of various experts, the authors present possible variations of the expansion of the types of free economic zones. In particular, it is proposed to consider options related to meeting the needs of socially low7income citizens, pensioners and other categories of persons in need of assistance and support from the state and society. Thus, it is essential to update the concept of «free economic zone» at the legislative level and to form a unified legal message of the types of such zones.

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL TERRITORIES

Background . This article is focused on specifics of sustainable development of rural territories as a milestone on the way to harmonious regional development. Notably, dynamics and realities of rural territories challenge sustainable development and require some ways to maintain it. There is evident asymmetry between sustainable development of rural and urban territories, and the government has to take measures to ensure equal access to resources and opportunities for those territories to unleash their potential. Methods . In the preparation of the research, both general methods, including methods of abstraction, logic, synthesis and analysis (in particular, causal analysis), extrapolation, and special methods and approaches were used. Thus, a chronological (historical) approach is used when analyzing trends in the development of rural areas compared to urban areas; a complex of methods belonging to a wide range of systems theory (when analyzing correlations between environments of different levels, connections, resources, dynamic open systems, analysis of homeostats of the specified systems); activity approach – when characterizing the reasons for the mobility of the rural and urban population; modeling – when making forecasts of the development of territories. Results . The social aspect of sustainable development of rural territories endeavors to strengthen the ties between public authorities and community stakeholders in order to find the integral solutions consistent with dynamics of the relevant regions and capable of taking the challenges. The environmental aspect outlines the land use conflict arising out of the economic activities in the relevant areas of interest. The economic aspect has to be seek economic equality and equal access to jobs for rural and urban population, as well as improve the quality of life for the villagers. Conclusions . The article identifies the new factors that have to be studied in the development models, for example, the ever-growing ties between city and village life, the economic activity changes emerging in the rural areas due to transfer from the traditional agriculture to secondary production and services. It has been proven that village and city relationship is a deciding factor governing sustainable regional development, because spatial differences between cities and suburban areas are growing, and therefore it is necessary to study regional development to analyze interlinkage between rural and urban territories

Delays in Territorial Development – Case Study of the Hungarian Sand Ridge Region

There are regions in Europe that are particularly vulnerable both environmentally and socially. Hungary's Sand Ridge in the Danube–Tisza Interfluve (Homokhátság in Hungarian) is considered such a region. The water balance of these lowland landscapes has been negative for decades, and complex ecological and social problems have escalated in parallel with aridification. Therefore, this region deserves special attention from the territorial development perspective. Over the last two decades, our successive studies have revealed that development policies in the region have been unsuccessful on multiple occasions, unable to alter the core negative trends significantly. We also noticed the mistakes and inertness of spatial planning when we worked on our current applied research: the Sand Ridge Regional Development Concept and Program. This study aims to explore deficiencies and shortcomings of the spatial policy and identify the factors that have slowed territorial development. Insights from interviews with experts and surveys conducted with local municipalities highlight that access to European Union funds has not alleviated long-standing conflicts. Resource-driven and uniform planning has become one of the main hindering factors. According to the experts, the necessary complex programs have not been implemented, and many initiatives have stalled. They also expressed concerns that Sand Ridge's natural and social endangerment will continue to increase.

Overview of the XIV International Conference on Transport Infrastructure: Territory Development and Sustainability (TITDS-XIV-2023)

The overview describes the main directions and results of the XIV International Conference on Transport Infrastructure: Territory Development and Sustainability (TITDS-XIV 2023) held in Bukhara, Uzbekistan on 26-28 October 2023. It gives the details about the participants and the proceedings.

Exploring the interplay of entrepreneurial leadership and knowledge sharing strategies in territorial development, national defense, and strengthening resilience

This research aims to investigate the factors that affect the performance of national resilience, which are suspected to be related to the elements of territorial entrepreneurship leadership, knowledge sharing, territorial development, and national defense intentions. The sample consisted of 278 inmates in the context of national resilience. Primary data was obtained through the distribution of questionnaires to the sampled respondents. The data was analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique with the help of the Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS) software. The results of the data analysis indicate that the Territorial Entrepreneurial Leadership Strategy implemented thus far does not have a significant impact on the Territorial Development Strategy, State Defense Intentions, and National Resilience Performance. However, on the other hand, the Knowledge Sharing Strategy contributes significantly to enhancing the Territorial Development Strategy and National Resilience Performance. Similarly, it has been observed that the National Defense Intention plays a crucial role in improving National Resilience Performance. It can be concluded that the development of territorial communities needs to consider various strategies and factors, including leadership strategy, knowledge exchange, and national defense awareness, in order to achieve regional development goals and enhance national resilience comprehensively. Collaboration among local leaders, communities, and other stakeholders is key to designing and implementing effective programs in this context.

Проблемы и перспективы налоговой политики в целях устойчивого развития регионов

The subjects of the research are the policy of the federal center in relation to the regions and its impact on ensuring sustainable development and economic growth in Russia. The purpose of the work is to identify the reasons for the insufficient effectiveness of regional tax policy, in the development and justification of measures that contribute to solving existing problems in ensuring sustainable economic development. The essence of two terminologically similar concepts is analyzed: "regional tax policy" and "regional tax policy" – and it is proved that they have a fundamentally meaningful difference. The substantiations are given, indicating that the current regional tax policy does not fully contribute to increasing economic activity, strengthening the responsibility of regional and municipal authorities, ensuring the sustainable development of the relevant territories and generates dependency. It has been established that the achievement of sustainable development of the territory can be ensured on condition of increasing the level of independence of regional and local budgets and increasing the share of their own, and primarily tax, revenues. It is proved that a shift in emphasis is required from financial assistance to regions and municipalities towards increasing the share of their own tax revenues, as well as decentralizing the tax powers of government authorities by giving regions and municipalities their rights to tax administration and management of elements of federal taxes received by the relevant budgets. Conclusions are drawn that further improvement of regional tax policy should be carried out by practical solutions to the problem of increasing the budgetary independence of regional and local authorities, increasing the efficiency of their activities, responsibility and interest in the sustainable development of the economy of the territories and accelerating the pace of development of the Russian economy as a whole.

РОЛЬ БЮДЖЕТОВ В УСТОЙЧИВОМ РАЗВИТИИ ТЕРРИТОРИЙ: ЭКОЛОГИЧЕСКОМ, СОЦИАЛЬНО-КУЛЬТУРНОМ, ЭКОНОМИЧЕСКОМ

In the article the authors raise important questions about the role of budgets in the sustainable development of territories, because If budget expenditures are not included for measures to develop environmental, socio-cultural and economic issues then the goals of sustainable development of the territory and the economy as a whole cannot be achieved. The role of municipalities in sustainable development is being transformed in modern conditions and municipal finances are becoming not only the economic basis of local self-government, but also the political exchange «state-population». It seems that the role of budget sustainability in the balanced development of territories is also increasing. Analysis of the conceptual apparatus, approaches to assessing sustainable development and strategic planning documents allows us to draw a logical conclusion about the need to create unity in theoretical, methodological and legislative approaches to the issues of sustainable development of territories. Budget sustainability indicators are crucial in assessing the sustainable development of a territory. It is argued in the article that the development of the socio-cultural sphere should be the starting point for achieving sustainable development. It is essential to consider budget sustainability alongside other indicators to ensure long-term success and resilience in a territory’s development. By prioritizing the socio-cultural sphere, a holistic approach to sustainable development can be achieved, ensuring the well-being of current and future generations. Using the example of the implementation of state programs in the socio-cultural sphere and the strategy for the formation of «Smart» regions (using the example of St. Petersburg), the authors present a comprehensive analysis of the connection between sustainable development indicators and the sustainable budget of individual subjects of the Russian Federation and the state as a whole.

Techniques for the formation of the natural and ecological framework of riverine cities (on the example of Rostov-on-Don)

The article deals with the formation of the landscape of the territories of riverine towns in time and space. Special attention is paid to the formation of the natural and ecological framework of the riverine city and its elements that contribute to the sustainable development of its territories, as well as the creation of comfortable living conditions for the population. The use of methods of an integrated approach in combination with elements of factorial and system analysis required consideration of various aspects in this work. On the example of the city of Rostov-on-Don, the main historical stages of the development of the city territory are presented, taking into account the peculiarities of its natural landscape. The landscape of the territories contributed to the development of settlements from isolated dotted ones to their linear fusion along the water area and their transformation into large urban formations with a complex ecological situation. The current situation is due to a number of mistakes made, including urban planning. In order to create a comfortable urban environment, a developed conceptual model of the natural and ecological framework of the city of Rostov-on-Don with a spatial structure and vertical tiering is presented. Recommendations have been developed for the restoration and formation of sustainable development of the territories of riverine cities by transforming their landscape structure as a whole, as well as the creation of urban landscape parks in order to improve the comfort of the environment for the population to live.

Геоэкологическое картирование селитебных территорий Забайкальского края с использованием свёрточной нейронной сети

Floods pose a serious threat to economies and communities, but their danger is often underestimated. As a result, potentially dangerous areas of economic territories are subject to intensive development, which leads to damage when they are flooded. The use of modern methods of remote sensing of the Earth in combination with deep learning algorithms can significantly increase the efficiency and accuracy of mapping these territories and makes it possible to effectively manage them, optimizing the processes of planning and development of territories, reducing damage due to flooding. The object of the study is flood-prone areas of settlements in the Transbaikal Territory. The goal of the study is to improve geoecological mapping of the economic use of residential areas of the Transbaikal Territory that are prone to floods during the inter-flood period. The research objectives are as follows: image processing; visualization of objects belonging to different classes of economic use; analysis and assessment of changes within hazardous areas; checking the results obtained using a convolutional neural network; development of a software product that allows you to inform interested parties about the presence of dangerous territories. The methodology and me­thods are presented by research methods in the field of remote sensing of the Earth and processing of cartographic information. High-resolution remote sensing data, freely distributed by Google Earth services, and data from UAVs were obtained. The data is given in raster format and has a coordinate reference. Data processing has been carried out using the U-Net convolutional neural network and image processing by using a neural network and visualization of objects belonging to different classes of economic use of territories. A retrospective analysis and assessment of development changes in hazardous areas has also been peformed. The data obtained show active individual construction in the danger zone. The adequacy of the results obtained using a convolutional neural network was checked. A software product has been developed to determine the presence of hazardous areas within populated areas, which can significantly increase the efficiency and accuracy of mapping economic activities in populated areas.

ДЕМОГРАФИЧЕСКАЯ СИТУАЦИЯ И ДОХОДЫ НАСЕЛЕНИЯ КАК ИНДИКАТОР СОЦИАЛЬНО-ЭКОНОМИЧЕСКОГО РАЗВИТИЯ РЕГИОНА

This scientific article is devoted to the study of the demographic situation, as well as the analysis of income and expenses of the population as the main indicators of socio-economic development of the region. The introduction substantiates the relevance of the topic and the problem, considering current trends in socio-economic development, challenges and problems facing the Voronezh region. It is also noted that the standard of living of the population acts as an indicator characterizing the socio-economic development of the territory. The first part of the article is devoted to the demographic situation in the region. The article presents the results of a study of the standard of living of the population in the Voronezh region. An assessment of the demographic situation in the Voronezh region and its impact on the socio-economic development of the region is given. The study found that the population of the region was gradually falling, with the main decline occurring in 2021. The reasons for the trend were the spread of a new coronavirus infection, the outflow of residents from the region, and a low standard of living, which generally causes dissatisfaction with living conditions in the territory. The solution to this problem is seen in the implementation of the concept of demographic policy until 2025, which assumes the implementation of targeted programs aimed at reducing mortality, especially in working age, equalizing living standards between urban and rural areas, and also includes measures to proactively respond to possible changes in the demographic situation. The second part of the article presents the regional aspect of income and expenses of the population as the basis for the formation of demand in the consumer market. In particular, it is noted that the incomes of the population are one of the socio-economic categories that allow us to assess the level of development of the region. According to the level of economic development of a particular territory, the incomes of the population may change both quantitatively and structurally. Much attention in the analysis process was paid to the costs that residents incur in their daily lives. Considering the structure of public spending, it was noted that the main share is occupied by expenses aimed at purchasing food. The analysis of the main indicators was carried out using materials from the Federal State Statistics Service. The results of the analysis can be used in the processes of developing and implementing the socio-economic development policy of the region. In conclusion, it is concluded that the growth of real incomes of the population acts not only as an indicator of the socio-economic development of the region, but also as the main factor of economic growth, contributing to savings, as the main source of investment in the economy.

Methodology for assessing the development potential of the AIC of the Federal District

The article presents the methodological foundations of AIC functioning, formation of its potential as an element of strategic space planning. The purpose of the study is to create a methodology that allows us to assess the level of AIC development potential of a federal district, a territorial entity consisting of regions, subjects of the Federation. The potential of the federal district is considered as an aggregate value, which is based on the potentials of its components - the potentials of the regions, set in the form of values resulting from the integration of the elements of the potential, reflecting the current state of AIC in the field of: harvesting and processing of products, investment in fixed capital of AIC, expenditures on scientific research. The algorithm of the methodology implies the calculation of indicators: reflecting the comparison of the rate of transformation of the value of gross output and the rate of change in its physical volume; comparing the rate of change in the amount of investment in the results of applied scientific activity with the rate of change in the value of investment in R&D, which determines the relevance of further investment activity in view of the achieved level of demand for the results of scientific activity. The methodology is intended for researchers whose research is related to solving the problems of regulation of socio-economic development at the local level, at the level of the subject of the Federation and at the macro level for making managerial decisions. The results of the research will serve as methodological tools for assessing the achieved level of development of local territories of the federal district, forecasting the values of components and the level of development of AIC, based on the planned values of indicators of economic development of the territory.

Міжнародний досвід регулювання конвергенції регіонального розвитку

The article analyzes the international experience of convergence of regional development. The features of the European development of regional policy are defined. The main stages of formation of regional policy of some European countries have been allocated. It is substantiated that the change of the conception of the Europe of nations into the conception of the Europe of regions has led to the formation of a single market, in which the regions are considered as independent players due to increasing their competitiveness. The main tasks of regional development support funds in European countries have been formed. It is determined that on the basis of support and implementation of socioeconomic reforms, introduction of innovative technologies, an increase in the competitiveness of regions and an increase in the level of employment of the population has been achieved. In developed countries, programs are being developed to improve energy infrastructure, which include the development of alternative energy, the introduction of energy-saving technologies, and the creation of new energy communications. It is determined that in regional development an important role is played by stimulation of medium and small businesses, which is implemented on the basis of support of such initiatives by providing them with simplified access to capital, activation of enterprises engaged in tourism activities. It is determined that, despite the different levels of regional development, the main vector is the creation of prerequisites for the balanced development of all territories through minimizing the impact of negative environmental factors. The main instruments for ensuring the convergence of regional development have been allocated. The policy of France in the direction of stimulating the convergence of regions, which consists in the State-controlled system of contracts for planning regional development, is substantiated. The regional development policy of the Netherlands and Austria is more focused on the development of instruments of influence. The peculiarity of the Danish system of regional development is the refusal to stimulate and support certain problem regions and the application of a market approach, which is aimed at creating the necessary conditions for their independent development. The features of the policy of regional convergence of the USA, China, Canada and Australia have been studied, which allowed to allocate the features of their policy of stimulating the development of territories. The main aspects of the formation of regional development policy in Ukraine are also examined and the priority tasks in this aspect are allocated.

Ecological and economic competitiveness urbanized territories: Conditions and results

The article is devoted to the consideration of the development processes of modern urbanization. The peculiarities of development of urbanized territories leading to environmental pollution and further to its degradation are highlighted. It is determined that scientifically grounded landscaping of urbanized environment leads to the growth of the quality of life of the local population, forms an attractive image for the city, thus contributing to the sustainable development of these territories. It is noted that the main task of “green infrastructure” is to level the negative anthropogenic impact and the fullest disclosure of the ecological and natural potential of the urban environment. Some physiological and ecological features of green spaces that determine their important role in the greening of urbanized areas have been studied. It is also noted that ecologically sound approach due to the growth of ecological and economic competitiveness of the territory in the creation and operation of urban green spaces can give the municipal budget additional funds.

Tourism as a driver of economic and social development in underdeveloped regions

Cross‐border cooperations have been usually approached by developing trade agreements between international regions to upgrade their socioeconomic conditions and promote international tourism flows in territories. However, little attention has been paid to the role that tourist companies play in underprivileged territories highly dependent on tourism. Through the theory of social exchange, theoretical implications can be drawn from those territories and compared with developed regions to understand what role tourism flow plays in the reciprocal attitude between tourist companies and visitors. Political implications force tourist authorities to involve companies in promoting their regional tourism resources through participatory tourism programmes. For this, the opinion of companies is strongly related to the tourism generated by the Parque Natural Tajo Internacional on both sides of the border between Spain and Portugal, who have participated in the research to develop tourism on both sides of the border. To collect the data, 126 interviews were carried out with companies among the 53 Spanish and Portuguese companies that participated in the research between January and June 2022. For data tabulation, version 3.26 of SmartPLS was used. The study concludes that social exchange policies that bring companies and residents closer together favour socioeconomic development in territories that have natural resources and are economically disadvantaged.

ВЗАЄМОЗВ’ЯЗОК ЕКОНОМІЧНОГО РОЗВИТКУ МІСТА ТА МАРКЕТИНГУ ТЕРИТОРІЇ

This article examines the theoretical and methodical aspects of territory marketing. The use of territory marketing tools is aimed at active interaction with the potential market, in particular, consumers of territorial services. The further development of the country involves the introduction of strategic and tactical tools for marketing territories. For the effective use of marketing opportunities of a specific city (village, community), forecasting is carried out, based on a comprehensive analysis of the potential of markets in a certain territory. Management of the socio-economic development of a modern city can be carried out through the performance of basic functions. These functions include planning to achieve strategically important indicators of the city's development, organization, motivation and coordination of the activities of all subjects and objects of management in order to achieve the planned indicators, as well as the function of auditing the effectiveness of such activities. In market conditions, the internal needs and development trends of the city, considered as a social organism, are increasingly taken into account. Territorial marketing acts as a tool for the strategic development of the territory and the most comprehensive approach to solving its problems. Marketing possibilities of the territory represent attractive directions of action for the purpose of socio-economic development of this region. Territorial marketing contributes to the coordination of mutually beneficial interests of various entities operating in the territorial market. The article considers the key components of urban marketing, as well as the conditions and tools for the prospective development of a specific territory. In our opinion, the main goal of territory marketing is to promote the socio-economic development of the city and improve the urban environment. This includes the creation of a qualitatively new environment for key target audiences: local residents – actual consumers, as well as potential users of the territory's services.

Peculiarities of organizational and technological approaches to the post-war restoration of infrastructural objects in Ukraine

As a result of russia’s insidious war against Ukraine, thousands of infrastructure facilities and energetical objects were destroyed or damaged. We are sure, Ukraine will win this war. Already today, the territories of the country freed from the occupiers with the destruction of residential and civilian buildings, infrastructure facilities need restoration. In Ukraine, the Government Plan for the Recovery of Ukraine has been developed. Ukraine’s Recovery Plan is aimed at accelerating sustainable economic growth. But this Program outlines general approaches and directions for the recovery and development of Ukraine. Therefore, it is necessary to develop detailed local programs that contain organizational and technological approaches to the implementation of restoration works. The programs must to help local authorities, territorial communities in which housing and social infrastructure objects were damaged or destroyed as a result of russian armed aggression, to make decisions regarding the planning and implementation of restoration works and the development of territories. Purpose of the study: to develop detailed Local Program which specifies the National Programs of the Recovery Plan of Ukraine and contain organizational and technological approaches to the implementation of restoration works.

Пріоритети податкової політики соціально-економічного розвитку територіальних громад

The article formulates the priorities of the tax policy of socioeconomic development of territorial communities under the influence of endo- and exogenous factors of its implementation. In the course of the study, general scientific and special research methods were used: analysis and synthesis, the method of causal analysis, methods of systematization and logical generalization, as well as the method of SWOT analysis. Their application made it possible to identify and systematize the problems of implementation of tax policy in the context of ensuring the socioeconomic development of territorial communities in Ukraine, taking into account the regulatory, organizational, economic, managerial and regulatory aspects. The method of SWOT analysis identifies obstacles and opportunities, weaknesses and strengths of the implementation of tax policy aimed at the development of individual territories of the country. According to its results, the priorities of the tax policy of socioeconomic development of territorial communities are determined. It is proposed that the implementation of these priorities of the tax policy of socioeconomic development of territorial communities of Ukraine, taking into account its administrative-territorial structure and differences in the natural-resource, production-sectoral and socioeconomic provision of individual territories, should take place primarily at the local level, which will help to form «development centers», the economic growth of which, according to the principle of diffusion, will spread to the regional and national levels. It is expected that the identified priorities will help to improve the existing tax policy, contributing to increasing the tax potential of budgets of cities, the formation of a business environment, and improving the tax culture both at the level of the population and at the level of competent local authorities, as well as the growth of social awareness and participation in the economic development of territorial communities.

Царские грамоты об освоении Сибири как правовые акты колониальной политики Российского государства в XVI–XVII вв.

The authors examined an array of legal acts of the rulers of the Russian state that regulated the development of Siberia in the 16th–17th centuries. The subject of the study was letters, decrees, and memories. Using specific historical and legal material, the authors aimed to compare the colonization policy of the states of Europe in the modern era with the organization of the Russian settlement of Siberia. As a result of the study, similar features were identified in the significant coincidence of the goals of colonization – developing natural resources, expanding the tax base of the metropolis, obtaining new markets, ensuring security at the borders of the state, getting rid of marginal social elements, spreading state ideology. The unique qualities of the Russian colonization of Siberia include, first of all, the stateoriented process of political and economic development of Siberian lands, the prevalence of service people instead of the civilian population among the pioneers, and the early formation of complex economic and administrative infrastructure in the annexed lands. The study of royal acts of the 16th and 17th centuries shows that the central government in Moscow was interested in not only receiving taxes from the population of Siberia. Specific legal acts show that the measures of the supreme power also included an active resettlement policy, the development of the territory for arable land, the search for minerals and the opening of industrial enterprises for their processing, the construction of cities, the equipment of communications (trade routes, customs, mail), the establishment of law and order. The Russian development of Siberia was characterized by the hegemony of the central government both in organizing colonization activities and in extracting benefits from them. The vertically oriented Russian state developed the Siberian lands precisely as a treasury resource, strictly controlled by the government politically and economically. The tsar personally took an active part in the governance of Siberia; all important matters were decided only with his knowledge. Over time, under his direct leadership, a public administration system for implementing integration policy measures was formed. The authors identified both direct state regulation and indirect regulation, carried out formally by private entities (commercial corporations, merchant families), as a means of colonial expansion in Siberia. It is concluded that the consistent systematic development of Siberian territories ensured the victory of the Russian state in the competition with other states. The above theses are supported by more than 70 specific legal acts of the rulers of the Russian state of the 16th–17th centuries, some of them are cited in the work.