Development Of Public Administration Research Articles

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION POLICY IN THE HEALTHCARE SECTOR UNDER MARTIAL LAW

The article analyzes the main directions of public administration in the field of health care of Ukraine during martial law. The main focus is on the adaptation of the legislative framework and the modernization of management approaches, which allow to ensure the effective functioning of the health care system in crisis situations. The issue of creating mobile medical teams and hospitals, which are the main tool for providing medical care in front-line and de-occupied areas, was considered. The contribution of international organizations to the support of the Ukrainian medical system in terms of supplying medical equipment, medicines and providing financial assistance is analyzed. The key normative legal acts, which were adopted from 2022 and contributed to the adaptation of the medical system to new challenges, were studied. Features of the functioning of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 302, No. 683, No. 1078 and others are given. Particular attention is paid to the digitization of health care, the implementation of electronic medical records in order to ensure the prompt provision of medical services. The problems of medical institutions in the front-line zones, including the destruction of more than 700 hospitals, and ways to solve the logistical problems of the supply of medicines were considered. A conclusion was made regarding the further development of public administration in the field of health care based on the integration of international and national resources, improvement of digital technologies and modernization of medical infrastructure. Ensuring adequate funding of the health care system, which includes the health insurance program, emergency and specialized medical care, is revealed, which is a priority in the 2023 budget. The article examines the influence of international humanitarian organizations on the support of the Ukrainian health care system in the conditions of military operations. The basis for the development of long-term strategies for the recovery of medical facilities after destruction and their equipment with modern technologies is proposed. Aspects of integration of digital solutions to ensure the continuity of medical services in the most difficult conditions have been studied.

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION UNDER MILITARY THREATS: UKRAINIAN EXPERIENCE OF ADAPTING TO CRISIS SITUATIONS

The article examines the Ukrainian experience of public administration under conditions of military threat as of 2022-2024. The key challenges faced by Ukraine during the full-scale war are analyzed, including the destruction of critical infrastructure and the need to ensure uninterrupted provision of public services. Special attention is paid to the digitization of public administration, which played a decisive role in maintaining the stability of state institutions. The role of the «Action» platform and other innovative solutions that enabled interaction between citizens and the government in crisis conditions is described. The impact of decentralization on the ability of local authorities to respond to the challenges of war has been studied. The interaction with international partners within the framework of the SIGMA program, which is aimed at providing support in the reform of public administration with a course towards European integration, is characterized. A comparative analysis of the Ukrainian experience with other European countries that faced large-scale crises was carried out, and unique aspects of the Ukrainian model of adaptation were revealed. The article analyzes strategies for the restoration and modernization of the state administration of Ukraine in crisis conditions. Attention is focused on the interaction between the state and corporate sectors to maintain economic activity even in conditions of active hostilities. The role of business relocation to safer regions and the influence of state support on the stabilization of the labor market and the economy are outlined. Programs aimed at restoring infrastructure and vital services in cooperation with international partners are mentioned. The experience of implementing temporary solutions to ensure the basic needs of the population is described. It examines the impact of international aid and financial support through IMF and World Bank programs that helped maintain budget stability and avoid economic collapse. The perspectives of public administration during Ukraine's integration into European structures and further strengthening of public administration are highlighted. Special attention is paid to the prospects for the development of public administration in the post-war period, the solution of socio-economic problems, the restoration of infrastructure and the attraction of investments. Strategic directions for reforming public administration for the future are proposed, taking into account the experience of the war and cooperation with international institutions.

Evolution of public administration and its implication to management and business education

The paper offers a thorough analysis of the historical development of public administration, aiming to gain deeper insights into the current challenges facing the discipline. Utilizing an evolutionary theoretical lens, the study sheds light on the transitional development of Public Administration (PA). Additionally, it discusses the New Public Administration (NPA) and its implications for the integrity of the public administration discipline. Through a comprehensive review of literature, the paper establishes that despite the logical progressions of public administration presented in literature, there is evidence of a recurring identity crisis within the discipline, with significant implications for business education. Furthermore, the paper proposes an ideal concept of a lesson on Public Administration based on current literature, while examining the notion of the dichotomy between political science and public administration. It also argues that the theoretical framework underpinning the development of public administration is likely to evolve due to the dynamic societal consciousness that shapes this discipline. Ultimately, the paper suggests a theoretical framework that may gain traction in management and business education by combining the founding principles of public administration with the contemporary emerging needs of a transitional industrial order.

The Influence of Corruption on Management in Modern Russia

It has been established that the Russian Federation is one of the countries with a high level of corruption. Corruption has affected almost all levels of government. In 2023, its global anti-corruption ranking was very low, ranking 137th between Paraguay and Kyrgyzstan. This fact negatively affected the socio-economic development of modern Russia. The authors sought not only to reveal the reasons for its unprecedented growth over the past two decades, but also to show how corruption slows down the country's economic development, and why Russian anti-corruption policies do not produce real results. Based on factual material, the authors not only show the increase in the scale of corruption, point out significant shortcomings of anti-corruption policies and Russian legislation, but also identify the main ways to improve them for the purpose of further socio-economic development and improvement of public administration. There is a certain connection between the effectiveness of public management and corruption. This study can provide government authorities and management bodies of both Russia and other post-Soviet states, where the level of corruption is also high, with real assistance in improving the forms and methods of anti-corruption policy.

Smart Practice of Integrating Administrative Management and Human Resources of Chinese Local Governments under the Background of Digital Transformation

Local Chinese governments face a challenge in improving the efficiency and quality of services provided during administrative management in the digital transformation era. The present study identifies three prime drivers for integration—technical, organisational efficiency, and policy support. Finally, it runs the hypotheses through the structural equation model for 133 data points from the questionnaire prepared for the local government administration. Superior integration is primarily contributed to by as discussed, technical support, organisational efficiency, and policy suit will improve effective management and organisational efficiency while reducing the cost and time required for integration; policy support will ensure legal compliance and standardisation. The study also finds that by adopting these factors, local governments can foster efficient and speedy integration of administrative management and human resources. These findings provide practical guidelines for the effective application of digital technology, organisational design, and public policies that promote innovation and sustainable development in public administration. It is necessary to investigate the particular technological approaches and multi-faceted methods for improving organisational performance in various digital contexts.

Digitizing Law-Making at Federal Executive Agencies

With digital technologies gaining ground in all spheres of life across the world, the digitization is becoming especially relevant, only to require in-depth technical and legal analysis. Current digital development of public administration in Russia calls for a change of approach to drafting and фadoption of regulations. Today’s technologies are expected not only to make sure that regulation is timely and complete, but that it is as efficient as possible in view of an enormous and ever growing number of tasks, as well as non-controversial and comfortable for all those involved in the law-making process. Annually the Justice Ministry and its territorial offices receive about 1 million draft regulations for anti-corruption and legal review and state registration at the relevant level. It is exactly for this reason that this paper purports to conduct a comprehensive analysis of digitization processes affecting law-making at federal executive agencies using the example of the state information system “National shared environment for collaboration between the parties to the law-making process” (SIS Normotvorchestvo) and to identify operational problems. The study aims to explore the current operational status of the system, analyze issues and constraints related to digitization of law-making, identify potential advantages and benefits to be gained via digitization, and to discuss further prospects. The methodological basis of the research includes formal legal method of inquiry as well as logical method allowing to present findings and draw conclusions; methods of analysis and synthesis; comparative legal method.

Main Guardhouse — A Military Public Building of the 18th century

The development of modern public administration in European cities facilitated the construction of various types of public buildings. Among these, guardhouses were a prominent type in the 18th century, used to house the police force under civil or military jurisdiction. Guardhouses were widespread within the Habsburg Empire and were common in the Croatian and Slavonian Military Frontier.

“E-GOVERNMENT” AS A PRIORITY COMPONENT OF THE FORMATION OF NETOCRATIC PUBLIC GOVERNANCE: ESTONIAN DEVELOPMENT VECTOR

The article discusses the main approaches to defining the concept of «electronic government »; it was found that the integration of public administration into the virtual information space creates favorable preconditions for the formation of effective electronic democracy as a logical continuation of the transformation of socio-political processes in the conditions of the information society, which indicates a netocratic vector of development of public administration. The experience of Estonia regarding the successful testing and implementation of an effective electronic governance system has been studied. The factors that influenced the formation of a high level of electronic government services in Estonia are considered. It is recommended to focus on the Estonian experience in the practical application of e-government with the aim of developing information and digital infrastructures in the management sphere and effective domestic e-government as an integrated platform for the formation of netocratic public administration.

Public Administration Developments in Australia: Lessons an NPM Leader Might Draw from NWS

Australian public administration has undergone dramatic change over the last 50 years through a long sequence of incremental, pragmatic reforms. Australia was a leader of New Public Management in the 1980s and 1990s, subsequently incorporating New Public Governance measures of collaboration and networking. While some critics describe the transformation as ‘neo-liberalism’, the article favours the more neutral term, ‘managerialism’, recognising its liberal aspects but challenging claims of rolling back the role of the state. Reflecting on the overall shift today, the author concludes that the measures were not wrong but were taken too far, and important balances were lost. Looking to the future, the article calls for a major correction including reinvestment in the state, not necessarily as far as adoption of Pollitt and Bouckaert’s Neo-Weberian State but drawing important lessons from that paradigm.

Тенденции и перспективы применения технологий GovTech в процессе цифровизации государственного сектора

These days, governments are actively increasing the introduction of new GovTech solutions in order to improve the efficiency of public authorities work. The digital government, as a key concept of the public sector digitalization, is the next stage in the evolution of public administration, which is aimed at accelerating the decision-making process at the state and municipal levels, improving the interaction with citizens and public organizations, as well as increasing the level of trust in the authorities. The article analyses GovTech technologies and the principles of their introduction, the stages of public sector digital maturity. The COVID-19 pandemic was identified as the driver of the government digitization, but in the long run, the reactive policy should move to a complete reorganization of public administration systems in terms of the introduction of new technologies and ensuring cybersecurity. The article assesses the main challenges of GovTech introduction, as well as the key GovTech trends. Additionally, the authors analyzed the European and Russian practices of public administration digitalization. An analysis of GovTech concept, conducted by the authors, allowed to determine the conditions of growth of the Russian GovTech market and its prospects and to draw conclusions about the significant potential of Russia to successfully achieve the stage of the digital government.

Legal regulation of sports relations in Ukraine at the current stage

The paper is devoted to the study of topical issues of sports law, which allow us to consider it as an industry that has signs of relative independence and is characterized by the complexity of norms. The domestic normative and legal framework for the regulation of sports relations is analyzed. The opinions of specific researchers regarding the prospects for the development of public administration of physical culture and sports, regarding views on the underdeveloped system of norms in this field and the problem of further adaptation of legislation to such changes are analyzed. Sports law is a fairly young branch of the Ukrainian legal system. The need for the development of this field is determined by the fact that sport, like any other sphere of social relations, needs qualified lawyers who understand its specifics. Legal regulation of relations in various spheres of social life has undergone drastic changes in connection with full-scale aggression. The introduction of martial law in Ukraine and the extension of the period of martial law made adjustments in the field of physical culture and sports. At the current stage, the formation of regulatory and legal support for the development of physical culture and sports in Ukraine continues, which is characterized by the legal regulation of relations through the adoption of legislative and regulatory documents, decisions of state bodies, and the development and implementation of target complex programs. However, the main problems related to the need for a quick response to political, economic and other socio-legal changes in the world and in Ukraine, taking into account the available opportunities for the implementation of state policy in the field of physical culture, need to be solved.

BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF RESEARCH DEVELOPMENTS IN THE FIELD OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

The development of science which is essentially towards the process of improvement will continue throughout the human thought process. This also occurs in the paradigm of public administration development so that it attracts the attention of researchers to analyze the development of public administration research. In this study using bibliometric analysis to describe the results of journal publications with data search tools using Publish or Perish produced 996 meta data and analysis tools using Microsoft Excel, and VosViewer to visualize meta data. The results showed that from 996 meta data with the keyword "paradigm of public administration development" obtained a publication range from 1995-2024, with the most documents being the type of book file published on books. google.com with a total of 83 book titles and the highest publication development trend occurred in 2020 with 129 publications while the results of network mapping using VosViewer obtained 4 authors, namely Ismail, I; Sos, S; Irawan B; Larasati, E. which is the most productive author in the field of public administration development paradigms. The research development map using VosViewer is grouped into 5 clusters. Fluctuating research shows that the paradigm of public administration development is a research topic that attracts researchers to write, study, and analyze the topic of the paradigm of public administration development so that the implications of this research are to help other researchers to further study the development of the paradigm of public administration and be associated with the latest phenomena.

Educating a civil service that is fit for purpose: perceptions from UK stakeholders

IMPACT Universities and public sector organizations need to work together to develop a civil service fit for the future. This article highlights several challenges associated with the development, design, and delivery of public administration (PA) programmes, such as university structures, the elevation of business management programmes, higher education’s focus on international markets and a disconnect between sectoral requirements and PA programme provision. Findings point to a strong demand for specialized public sector education. Yet, they also suggest that public administration academics should do more to promote their programmes and work more closely with professionals, so that a greater understanding of demand and supply can be achieved. To shape the future of the UK civil service, the authors recommend that universities should consider developing more bespoke programmes that better meet the needs of the UK public sector.

Public administration and development in (historical) perspective

AbstractSince 1949, the journal Public Administration and Development has gone through changes in name and scope, in author demographics and background, and in readership and the topics covered. The professional‐oriented articles in the first years of the journal have evolved to become more academic theory‐oriented articles in recent years. Drawing on mixed methods, the authors conducted in‐depth analyses using data from the journal to highlight changes in research themes and geographic foci. The study provides insights into the historical development of public administration in developing contexts, the journal's contributions to the field, and maps out potential future research trends.

The Development Path of the Hungarian Public Administration from the Regime Change to the New Era of Crises

The Hungarian public administration development path can be displayed in four stages: “democratisation” from 1990 until 1998, the beginning year of the EU accession negotiations; “Europeanisation” as preparing for EU accession until 2004, when Hungary became full member of the EU together with 9 other countries. The next phase is the unsuccessful “quest for efficiency” until 2010, including 2008, when the Hungarian state budget faced insolvency and turned to the IMF for a standby loan. Finally, in 2010 the era of continual crisis management started with the financial and economic crisis, the migrant crisis, the Covid–19, and the war in Ukraine.

Виды ценностных конфликтов при смене парадигмы государственной политики и управления

The purpose of the article is to study the types of value conflicts during the period of political transformation of the modern Russian state. Decree of the President of the Russian Federation No. 809 dated 11/19/2022 "On Approval of the Foundations of State Policy for the Preservation and Strengthening of Traditional Russian spiritual and Moral Values" defines a priority direction for the development of public administration, which should be based on traditional values. At the same time, the transition from the existing situation to the new one will inevitably lead to a clash of liberal and neoliberal ideas with national values and traditional ideas. The author consistently studies the processes of changing the value paradigm in political and managerial decisions of the previous and modern era, namely the period from the collapse of the USSR in 1991 to the present. There is a tendency to repeat the value conflict of the early 90s in the Russian Federation, when socialist values in public administration were replaced by liberal values, and part of society was not ready for such a development. The hypothesis of this study is to search for the possibility of avoiding a value conflict similar to the conflicts of previous historical eras when carrying out evolutionary changes in public policy and management in the Russian Federation in the near future. Institutional and neo-institutional approaches are used, which are associated with value-rational and goal-oriented approaches in public administration. The SWOT analysis methodology is used to determine systemic changes in public administration. The theoretical and practical significance of the work lies in expanding knowledge about the role of values in the field of public policy and management and in solving the applied task of introducing traditional national values into political and managerial decisions, outlined in the decree of the President of the Russian Federation. The conclusions are the value aspect is a basis and root cause of the political process. The results include the characteristic of the Russian society from the value relation view and the description of the core trend of the public administration development in modern Russia.

DEVELOPMENT OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Goal. Generalization of the features of the use and development of digital technologies in public administration. Method. In the research process, general scientific methods of research, abstraction and specification were used; system analysis. The results. The development of information and communication technologies in the state sector is one of the main tasks of the socio-economic development of the country. Innovative and rational application of digital technologies will become the basis for the creation of a single economic and informational space. The foundations of the development of the digital economy in public administration are considered. Scientific novelty. Systematized tools of digital development in public administration; the complex of tasks regarding the use of digital technologies in public administration is substantiated; approaches to the formation of a balanced portfolio of projects in the field of digital development have been developed under the conditions of identification and determination of risk gradation levels. Practical significance. The implementation of recommendations on the comprehensive application of digital technology development tools in the public sector makes it possible to improve the quality of public administration.

A Study on the Application of the Integrated Theory and Practice Teaching Model in Public Administration: A Case Study of the Course “Simulated Training in Public Administration”

Public Administration, as a discipline emphasizing practical application, places significant emphasis on practical teaching within its academic framework. The effectiveness and comprehensiveness of the practical teaching system directly affect students’ capacity for practical application and their overall skill sets. This, in turn, is essential for the discipline’s ability to nurture innovative and practically-oriented professionals that meet the evolving needs of society. However, existing public administration education in China is predominantly confined by traditional educational concepts and teaching methods, leading to an overemphasis on classroom instruction which tends to prioritize theoretical knowledge dissemination. Consequently, the planning and implementation of practical teaching content, methodology, and duration are inadequate and lack coherence. This status quo has had a detrimental impact on the quality of talent development within the domain of Public Administration. Addressing this, there is an evident need to transcend prevailing educational concepts and teaching paradigms, integrating practical teaching as an integral element of the broader public administration education system. In this regard, the innovation of teaching methods is crucial to adapt proactively to the “new normal” of socio-economic development, underlined by the pivotal role of “innovation, creativity, and practical application” as vital benchmarks for evaluating talent development. This study explores the “Integration of Theory and Practice” model in the context of practical teaching for public administration, constructing a practical teaching framework that seamlessly unites theory and practice within the domain, placing students at the forefront and educators at the center. This model encompasses the alignment of teaching content, methodology, evaluation, and resources, achieving the “3+N” teaching effectiveness. By exemplifying the specific application of the Simulated Training in Public Administration course, it sheds light on the profound importance of the “Integration of Theory and Practice” model in enhancing the development of public administration and talent cultivation. The aim is to provide valuable insights for the reform of public administration education in China.

Role of legal regulation in the establishment and development of the public administration system with local self-government aspects

The evolution of society creates new trends that significantly affect the legal status of public administration, which necessitates an up-to-date study of the accompanying changes. The study therefore aims to analyse the current legal system of Albania and other countries in terms of the impact of legal acts on the entire system of public administration, including local self-government. A set of methods was used in the study, including the analysis, grouping, induction, formal legal and comparative legal approaches. The study identified the overall impact of legal regulation on the entire governance system and society, which was used to formulate specific aspects in which the real interaction of state mechanisms and legal influence takes place. The study analysed the current political and economic situation in Albania, which revealed the main trends in the country’s current strategic directions. Subsequently, the identified directions were studied in detail, which ultimately made it possible to substantiate the importance of the list of strategic legal acts in shaping the development of the entire public administration system. Examples from other countries, such as Germany, the United Kingdom and China, were also used to study this topic, identifying the main differences in the impact of legal regulation on the development of the system under consideration, considering the specific legal, social and economic situation of each country. In addition, the complex also examined the institution of local self-government, which showed how the level of decentralisation of such bodies can affect the success and efficiency of their functioning. In practical terms, this study can be useful for scholars who can deepen their understanding of the dynamics of public administration development and for officials who want to understand the essence of the interaction discussed in the study

ВЛИЯНИЕ СОВРЕМЕННЫХ ИНФОРМАЦИОННЫХ ТЕХНОЛОГИЙ НА РАЗВИТИЕ ГОСУДАРСТВЕННОГО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ

In the information age, information technologies are the most basic and widespread technical means. Information technology will inevitably be widely used in all areas and aspects of human social life, and the sphere of public administration is no exception. Currently, we are at the initial stage of information technology development in public administration. It is very important for us to predict the reasonable form of changes caused by information technologies in the field of public administration. Informatization is the main trend of modern society, which is the force of the process of modernization of public administration. The development of information technology has a profound impact on the elements and processes of public administration, such as administrative personnel, administrative decision-making, administrative organizations, administrative methods, administrative documents and models of public administration.