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  LIDL'S BUSINESS MODEL FOR SUSTAINABLE INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  The sustainable development of international retail chains is of key importance for their effective functioning in different markets. This report examines Lidl as an international chain operating in the field of trade, with a focus on its sustainable development. The purpose of the study is to provide recommendations for improving the sustainable ... The sustainable development of international retail chains is of key importance for their effective functioning in different markets. This report examines Lidl as an international chain operating in the field of trade, with a focus on its sustainable development. The purpose of the study is to provide recommendations for improving the sustainable development of the chain in Bulgaria.

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  IMPACT OF SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES ON EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING IN THE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

  This scientific report examines the relationship between sustainable organizational practices and employee well-being, emphasizing the role of sustainability in fostering a positive work environment. The theoretical section summarizes contemporary concepts of employee well-being, as well as models of sustainable leadership and corporate social ... This scientific report examines the relationship between sustainable organizational practices and employee well-being, emphasizing the role of sustainability in fostering a positive work environment. The theoretical section summarizes contemporary concepts of employee well-being, as well as models of sustainable leadership and corporate social responsibility, highlighting the interconnection between organizational sustainability and internal employee motivation. The importance of sustainability as a strategic tool in human resource management is underlined, particularly in an international context where companies strive to balance business performance with social responsibility. The study was conducted through an online survey and identified key trends in employees' attitudes toward the effects of sustainability on their well-being. The results indicate that sustainable practices are perceived as a factor contributing to a pleasant and morally satisfying work environment, though they do not always lead to increased motivation or engagement. The article offers valuable insights for international companies seeking to improve their internal climate, build a positive corporate identity, and retain employees through authentic sustainability policies.

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  INFRASTRUCTURE AND RESOURCES: THE EVOLVING DYNAMICS OF SINO-CONGOLESE COOPERATION UNDER THE BELT AND ROAD INITIATIVE

  The Belt and Road Initiative has become a signature instrument for the Chinese government in promoting global trade and economic integration. A new model of cooperation based on the Belt and Road Initiative, such as �infrastructure-for-resources� agreements, has been utilized in China�s collaboration with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The ... The Belt and Road Initiative has become a signature instrument for the Chinese government in promoting global trade and economic integration. A new model of cooperation based on the Belt and Road Initiative, such as �infrastructure-for-resources� agreements, has been utilized in China�s collaboration with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The article examines the economic feasibility and repercussions of the model by using the copper mining sector in the DRC. By using the case study of Sino-Congolese cooperation, the study demonstrates how investments in road, railway, and public utility infrastructure have unleashed the potential of mineral resources to the benefit of both parties.