Dr. Haris Alibašić

This study scrutinizes Uzbekistan's multipronged strategies to attain Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across the energy, education, and economy (3Es) sectors, emphasizing the central role of climate resilience and sustainability in national development. Through an analytical lens and proposed integrative governance framework, we assess Uzbekistan's alignment with global sustainability imperatives, dissecting the nation's national climate resilience plans and the robustness of their execution. The paper illuminates the efforts to fortify institutional structures, enhancing the efficacy of these initiatives and bolstering the country's readiness against climatic adversities. The study critiques the transparency and responsibility protocols in climate adaptation and broader developmental activities by investigating monitoring, evaluation, and accountability mechanisms. It champions the strategic coherence of Uzbekistan's developmental agendas with its climate resilience goals, presenting an in-depth investigation into the operational dynamics of these schemes. A pivotal component of this examination is the corporate sector's engagement with climate action and resilience building. The study dichotomizes the extent and intensity of private sector involvement, positing the potential for symbiotic government-enterprise partnerships to actualize climate ambitions. Furthermore, the research elucidates the Uzbek government's pivotal role in honoring international climate accords, concentrating on its adherence to the climate change mandates. Exploring policy reforms and initiatives divulges the nation's endeavors to curtail greenhouse gas emissions, mitigate climatic impacts, and actively participate in collective climate governance. The comprehensive overview articulates Uzbekistan's strides towards fortifying climate resilience and advancing sustainable development. The insights garnered underscore the nation's pursuit of economic vigor, societal prosperity, and environmental robustness, providing a microcosmic view of its developmental ethos within the macrocosm of global sustainability efforts.

This research examines the governance challenges and opportunities for sustainable development in Bosnia and Herzegovina, a country facing significant political uncertainties. It adopts a Quadruple Bottom Line (QBL) approach, considering sustainability’s economic, social, environmental, and governance aspects. The study analyzes various reports, frameworks, and literature to identify common themes and critical elements of adaptive sustainability governance at the national level. The findings highlight the importance of adaptive governance and multi-level collaboration in achieving sustainable development goals. They emphasize the need for inclusive decision-making, transparency, and accountability in governance processes, along with promoting social inclusion, gender equality, and environmental conservation. Investment in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy is crucial for economic growth and development. The report proposes a typology for sustainable development in unstable countries under uncertainty and risks, encompassing environmental regulation, adaptive governance, social inclusion, and sustainable economic growth. This typology is a valuable framework for assessing sustainability patterns and guiding policymakers and stakeholders in unstable contexts. While the paper focuses on Bosnia and Herzegovina, the research findings have broader implications for other countries facing similar political challenges. The study highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement, institutional arrangements, and resilience planning in achieving sustainable development goals. Integrating economic, social, governance, and environmental considerations in decision-making is crucial for promoting sustainability in diverse contexts. Overall, this research contributes to understanding sustainable development in politically uncertain environments and promotes the application of adaptive governance and the QBL approach in literature and research. The findings underscore the need for increased research, innovation, technology investment, and public participation to enhance sustainability efforts and address marginalized groups’ specific challenges. The research concludes by emphasizing the importance of comprehensive and socially equitable approaches to sustainable development in Bosnia and Herzegovina.