RESEARCH ON INSTITUTIONAL CHANGES AND MECHANISMS FOR THEIR CONSIDERATION IN THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE TRADE SYSTEM IN UKRAINE
Abstract
The article examines institutional changes and mechanisms for their consideration in the system of electric vehicle trade in Ukraine in the context of the global transformation of the automotive industry, increased geoeconomic competition and the development of decarbonization policy. The aim of the study is to reveal institutional changes and mechanisms for their consideration in the system of electric vehicle trade in Ukraine. The relevance of the development of the electric vehicle market for Ukraine in the context of European integration, post-war economic recovery and reduction of fuel dependence is substantiated. Scientific approaches to interpreting the essence of electric vehicle trade are analyzed and it is defined as a system of transnational exchange operations for the supply of electric vehicles, components, technologies and services. It is established that the modern system of electric vehicle trade is formed under the influence of state industrial policy, the development of global value chains, competition for critical minerals and the transformation of the international trading system. The paper summarizes the main stages of the development of electric vehicle trade, identifies their key characteristics and institutional features. It is proven that the current stage of market development is characterized by the transition from a globalized model to regionalized production and trade systems, increased protectionism, localization of production and an increasing role of state regulation. It is determined that for Ukraine, the key areas of adaptation to the new conditions for the development of the global electric vehicle market are improving regulatory support, developing electric charging infrastructure, stimulating production localization, supporting the import of affordable electric vehicles and integrating into European production and logistics chains.
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