@article{MTMT:34824101,
	title = {Impact of Projects with Future Potential on the Global Competitiveness Index of Countries},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34824101},
	author = {Akzambekkyzy, Akbota and Vasa, László and Forrest, Jeffrey Yi-Lin and Sarkambayeva, Shynara and Singh, Satyanand},
	doi = {10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-02-012},
	journal-iso = {EMERG SCI J},
	journal = {EMERGING SCIENCE JOURNAL},
	volume = {8},
	unique-id = {34824101},
	abstract = {The concept of project success has evolved from the perspective of conforming to the project triangle to that of benefiting the environment, and then from the perspective of the following generation. Scientists increasingly assert that successful projects require a set of criteria that include such item(s) as future potential. The meaning of project success varies depending on where it is executed. The purpose of this study is to identify whether projects with future potential have a certain effect on indicators of the Global Competitiveness Index (GCI) of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) and what other success criteria are inherent in such projects. By using the method of descriptive analysis of data collected from 107 experts and analyzing 19 influential projects, the study revealed that projects oriented towards the future have a significant impact on the indicators of the GCI in the RK. This finding confirms the necessity of considering the long-term sustainability and social significance of projects when assessing their successes. Additionally, a specific combination of success criteria that contributes most to this impact was identified. This research provides a brand-new understanding of project success criteria in the context of their impact on the GCI and emphasizes the importance of considering future potential in project planning and evaluation. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-02-012 Full Text: PDF},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {2610-9182},
	pages = {557-573}
}

@article{MTMT:34784996,
	title = {Inclusive growth: Literature review},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34784996},
	author = {Saher, L. and Tabák, L. and Lyeonov, S. and Vasa, László},
	doi = {10.14254/2071-8330.2024/17-1/12},
	journal-iso = {J INT STUDIES},
	journal = {JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES},
	volume = {17},
	unique-id = {34784996},
	issn = {2071-8330},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {2306-3483},
	pages = {205-232}
}

@article{MTMT:34781951,
	title = {Determinants of global migration: The impact of ESG investments and foreign direct investment},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34781951},
	author = {Zatonatskiy, Dmytro and Leonov, Serhiy and Cieśliński, Wojciech and Vasa, László},
	doi = {10.14254/2071-789X.2024/17-1/14},
	journal-iso = {ECON SOCIOL},
	journal = {ECONOMICS AND SOCIOLOGY},
	volume = {17},
	unique-id = {34781951},
	issn = {2071-789X},
	abstract = {In response to global economic, social, and environmental problems, ESG investment principles have changed the approach to directing and structuring foreign direct investment. Additionally, they are becoming an essential factor in attracting migrants. This article aims to determine the impact of foreign direct investment on global migration trends and their peculiarities with the introduction of ESG investment principles. For this purpose, global foreign direct investment flows, global ESG investment flows, and global migration trends have been analyzed from 1995 to 2022. Pairwise correlation calculation was used as the primary analysis method through R-Studio software with integrated R programming language. The results indicated a 35% correlation between the volume of global ESG investment flows and the number of international migrants (as a percentage of the total population, which varies between 3.2% and 3.6%) for 2010-2022. Subsequently, regression analysis was conducted to explore the relationship between critical variables: investment flows and the level of migration in four European countries (France, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Germany). It was determined that investment inflows led to new jobs, accelerated economic growth, and improved business climate, thus encouraging reduced outflow and increased inflow of migrants. Investments based on ESG principles also reduce emigration as they enhance the quality of life in the host country, provide better environmental protection, and promote more transparent corporate management. However, it should be noted that investments have no apparent impact on migration caused by external factors such as wars or political conflicts, so such analysis should not include periods of global economic and political unrest.},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {2306-3459},
	pages = {215-235}
}

@article{MTMT:34779514,
	title = {Black Sea Region’s Role in the Middle Corridor: The New Golden Age?},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34779514},
	author = {Vasa, László},
	journal = {WORKING PAPER SERIES IER},
	volume = {2024},
	unique-id = {34779514},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {1841-4281},
	pages = {66-67}
}

@article{MTMT:34774807,
	title = {Effect of reputation and social media on the financial performance of SMEs – a comparison between selected business sectors},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34774807},
	author = {Blajer-Golebiewska, Anna and Vasa, László},
	doi = {10.62222/ADXS7200},
	journal-iso = {JOBS Journal},
	journal = {Journal of Business Sectors},
	volume = {2},
	unique-id = {34774807},
	abstract = {Research background: The growing popularity of social media increased its significance as a tool for enhancing corporate reputation. However, SMEs are less engaged in social media than large companies. For this reason, numerous SMEs miss the benefits they could derive from using the potential of social media and fail to optimize their reputation management strategies. Furthermore, substantial diversity among SMEs in their social media engagement practices is evident. Consequently, it is crucial to investigate this problem and identify SME owners' and managers’ perceptions of reputation and social media in specific business sectors. Purpose of the article: The aim of this study is to examine and quantify the effect of the importance of corporate reputations and social media on financial performance. Methods: The questionnaire was completed by 864 SMEs engaged in business activities within one of the following sectors: manufacturing, trade, services, and construction. Subjective perceptions of owners and managers of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) were analyzed. Data collection was conducted in the four Central European countries in the years 2022-2023. The statistical hypotheses were verified using correlation analysis and linear regression modelling. Analytical software IBM SPSS Statistics no. 28 was used in the statistical evaluation of the research data set. Findings & Value added: The corporate reputation of companies is a significant factor, which has a positive effect on the acceptable profit of a company in the business sector of manufacturing, trade, construction, and services. The strongest effect is present in the sector of construction. Social media is an important factor with a positive effect on the perception of a sufficient profit of a company by each business sector except construction. The strongest effect is present in the sector of manufacturing.  Corporate reputation was found to be insignificant for the perception of the ability to pay obligations (solvency) in the manufacturing sector. This effect is stronger in the construction sector in comparison to the trade and services sectors.},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {2989-3445},
	pages = {21-31},
	orcid-numbers = {Blajer-Golebiewska, Anna/0000-0002-7203-9954}
}

@article{MTMT:34738259,
	title = {Discovering smart cities’ potential in Kazakhstan: A cluster analysis},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34738259},
	author = {Urdabayev, Marat and Kireyeva, Anel and Vasa, László and Digel, Ivan and Nurgaliyeva, Kuralay and Nurbatsin, Akan},
	doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0296765},
	journal-iso = {PLOS ONE},
	journal = {PLOS ONE},
	volume = {19},
	unique-id = {34738259},
	issn = {1932-6203},
	abstract = {The potential for developing smart cities in Kazakhstan is evaluated using cluster analysis. Built on previous research focused on clustering the regions of Kazakhstan, this study applies the same method to the cities of the country. The analysis uses indicators related to human capital, infrastructure, education, information technology, production, and other factors to assess the potential of each city. The clustering is performed using Single Linkage, Complete Linkage, and Ward’s methods. The results show that Almaty and Astana are the cities with the highest potential for becoming smart cities. Aktobe is identified as a city with distinctive features that may help or hinder its development as a smart city. The remaining cities are clustered into two groups, with one group having the potential to catch up and maintain the trend of developing smart cities, while the other group is less suitable for starting smart city projects and may require more investment per capita. The study highlights the deep regional inequality affecting the potential to successfully develop and manage smart cities in Kazakhstan. The analysis also reveals some limitations and challenges in the data and variables used, including the lack of data for some variables and the difficulties in "translating" some factors and indicators into quantitative variables for clustering. The study concludes that future research should address these challenges and consider clustering inside certain regions to focus on their unique features. The study recommends launching pilot projects in small cities, with the most successful practices then scaled and implemented in the core smart cities and possibly Aktobe, if it manages to use its advantages to compensate for risks. Overall, this study provides insights into the potential of smart city development in Kazakhstan and can inform policymakers in their efforts to support smart city projects in the country.},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {1932-6203},
	pages = {e0296765}
}

@article{MTMT:34565467,
	title = {Can multifarious types of green bonds be accused of greenwashing with a durative analysis? Insights from a permanent causality vs. temporary causality phenomenon},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34565467},
	author = {Ghaemi Asl, Mahdi and Smutka, Lubos and Nasr Isfahani, Mohammad and Raza, Syed Ali and Vasa, László},
	doi = {10.1007/s10668-024-04501-z},
	journal-iso = {ENVIRON DEV SUSTAIN},
	journal = {ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY},
	volume = {2024},
	unique-id = {34565467},
	issn = {1387-585X},
	abstract = {Green bonds are useful monetary tools that can finance sustainable endeavors to bolster an eco-friendly economy. This research inspects the frequency-domain causal relationship between diverse green bond types and the green economy from June 30, 2014 to August 3, 2023. The goal is to understand both permanent and temporary causal phenomena between them. The findings reveal that only pioneering green bonds display a robust bidirectional causal link with an eco-efficient economy. Meanwhile, other green bond types, like conventional, municipal, and currency-dominated green bonds, may be susceptible to greenwashing due to the absence of a thorough permanent causal tie with an ecologically sustainable economy. Additionally, enhancing pioneering green bonds by integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) stocks can transform the cause-and-effect dynamic between specific green bonds and the green economy. It shifts from a bilateral cause to a unilateral one stemming from the environmentally friendly economy and extending to distinguished green bonds. This phenomenon persists whether the 5% annual fee for sustaining and managing the index combining green bonds and ESG equities is considered or not. Interestingly, an environmentally conscious economy, in both persistent and transient associations, consistently affects ecological bonds with diverse traits. This highlights the importance of the overall state of an environmentally responsible economy in enhancing green bonds. These discoveries provide novel perspectives for green market regulators and policymakers to design improved standards for green assets.},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {1573-2975}
}

@article{MTMT:34501111,
	title = {Synergistic dynamics unveiled: Interplay between rare earth prices, clean energy innovations, and tech companies' market resilience amidst the Covid-19 pandemic and Russia-Ukraine conflict},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34501111},
	author = {Yang, Xiaoming and Islam, Md. Monirul and Mentel, Grzegorz and Ahmad, Ashfaq and Vasa, László},
	doi = {10.1016/j.resourpol.2023.104615},
	journal-iso = {RESOUR POL},
	journal = {RESOURCES POLICY},
	volume = {89},
	unique-id = {34501111},
	issn = {0301-4207},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {1873-7641},
	orcid-numbers = {Islam, Md. Monirul/0000-0002-9818-1676; Mentel, Grzegorz/0000-0002-4359-9151}
}

@article{MTMT:34484646,
	title = {Effects of agro-climatic indices on wheat yield in arid, semi-arid, and sub-humid regions of Iran},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34484646},
	author = {Kheiri, Mohammad and Kambouzia, Jafar and Rahimi-Moghaddam, Sajjad and Moghaddam, Saghi Movahhed and Vasa, László and Azadi, Hossein},
	doi = {10.1007/s10113-023-02173-5},
	journal-iso = {REG ENVIRON CHANGE},
	journal = {REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE},
	volume = {24},
	unique-id = {34484646},
	issn = {1436-3798},
	year = {2024},
	eissn = {1436-378X},
	pages = {1-15}
}

@article{MTMT:34498511,
	title = {MILYENEK A TAGJELÖLT GRÚZIA EU-INTEGRÁCIÓJÁNAK KILÁTÁSAI?},
	url = {https://m2.mtmt.hu/api/publication/34498511},
	author = {Vasa, László and Seremet, Sándor and Kránitz, Péter Pál and Vigóczki, Máté György},
	journal-iso = {KKI 4:1},
	journal = {KKI 4:1: A KÜLÜGYI ÉS KÜLGAZDASÁGI INTÉZET IDŐSZAKI KIADVÁNYA},
	volume = {2023},
	unique-id = {34498511},
	year = {2023},
	pages = {1-6}
}