SYNTHESIS OF FOREIGN COUNTRIES' EXPERIENCE IN MANAGING POST-WAR ECONOMIC RECOVERY
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https://doi.org/10.17721/2616-9193.2025/22-7/14Keywords:
post-war reconstruction, complementarity, public administration, development strategy, inter-level coordination, institutional capacity, economic transformation, vertical linkages, horizontal interaction.Abstract
B a c k g r o u n d . The ongoing armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine is causing large-scale destruction of
infrastructure and destabilization of the economy. In the context of a prolonged war, the need to find effective mechanisms for sustainable economic recovery becomes increasingly urgent. Despite the expectation of international support, the key challenge remains the creation of a domestic recovery management system capable of ensuring the gradual development of the economy. In this context, it is essential to study the international experience of countries that have undergone post-war transformation.
M e t h o d s . This study employs a comparative analysis method to identify the common and distinctive features of post-war economic recovery in Germany, Japan, South Korea, Iraq, and Bosnia. The case study method was used to examine institutional mechanisms, the role of external assistance, and the contribution of the private sector. Content analysis of strategic documents (such as the Marshall Plan, Dodge Plan, and national development plans) provided a deeper understanding of approaches to inter-level coordination and cross-sectoral cooperation.
R e s u l t s . The study found that effective economic recovery was achieved through a combination of state-led strategic planning, sectoral programs, external support, and domestic reforms. It highlighted the role of capable institutions in coordinating intergovernmental interaction and aligning policies. At the same time, common challenges were identified, including limited institutional capacity, weak coordination, risks of corruption, and the exclusion of local communities from decision-making processes.
C o n c l u s i o n s . International experience in post-war recovery demonstrates the necessity of implementing a systemic, complementary approach to managing transformational processes. It is essential to ensure effective coordination between levels of government, engage international partners, businesses, and civil society, and create institutions capable of achieving strategic goals and fostering sustainable economic growth. Successful examples from other countries show that complementarity of policies and mechanisms can provide not only infrastructure and industrial recovery but also long-term economic development.
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