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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.

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  THE IMPACT OF GEOPOLITICAL RISK AND LIRA DEFLATION ON INVESTMENT DECISIONS IN TURKEY

  This study investigates the influence of geopolitical risk and lira deflation on investment decision-making in Turkey, a country characterized by regional tensions and economic volatility. Drawing upon Institutional Theory and using a quantitative approach, the research explores investor preferences across four major asset classes: stocks, ... This study investigates the influence of geopolitical risk and lira deflation on investment decision-making in Turkey, a country characterized by regional tensions and economic volatility. Drawing upon Institutional Theory and using a quantitative approach, the research explores investor preferences across four major asset classes: stocks, deposits, real estate, and gold. A structured questionnaire distributed to 212 respondents provided data analyzed through SPSS, highlighting statistically significant relationships between geopolitical and currency factors and investment behaviors. The findings contribute to understanding investment behavior under macroeconomic uncertainty, offering implications for policymakers and investors.

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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.