CURRENT PROBLEMS OF COOPERATION AND INTERACTION BETWEEN COUNTRIES IN THE FRAMEWORK OF INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS

Abstract

In the context of the growing geopolitical situation, it is especially important to study the problems of international cooperation. The purpose of this study is to identify the main barriers and develop effective mechanisms for cooperation between states in the implementation of various projects in the oil and gas industry. A convergent approach is used as a methodological basis, combining the analysis of regulatory legal acts, statistical assessment of investments and meaningful content analysis of expert interviews. As a result of the conducted research, the main obstacles were identified: imperfect institutional regulation, lack of transparency in the allocation of resources, as well as discrepancies between strategic goals and practical implementation of projects. Particular attention is paid to the impact of sanctions risks and logistical constraints on the timing and cost of projects. After the analysis, a multi-level interaction model was proposed, which includes the creation of a centralized coordinating body, the digitalization of coordination procedures, and the implementation of a monitoring system based on publicly available data. The effectiveness of these proposals is demonstrated by the example of two large oil and gas projects in the region: the first project demonstrated a 15% reduction in implementation time, and the second showed a 12% reduction in financial risks while maintaining planned investments. The findings may serve as a valuable resource for government bodies and international organizations in developing strategic approaches to enhancing multilateral project implementation, particularly in contexts marked by high levels of uncertainty.