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This analysis finds that critical infrastructure enhances economic stability in Ukraine and Portugal, suggesting coordinated resilience strategies amid crises.
Amid escalating global and regional crises – such as wars, economic upheavals, climate disasters, and pandemics – infrastructure resilience is becoming increasingly vital for economic stability, social security, and economic recovery. The relevance of this research is determined by the need to explain how different infrastructure policy models affect a countryʼs ability to withstand crises. Ukraine, amid a full-scale war, faces severe challenges in the infrastructure sector, while Portugal, despite political stability, regularly deals with natural disasters, including large-scale wildfires. The research is based on the hypothesis that infrastructure resilience is determined by the ability of critical infrastructure to function effectively, adapt, and recover after emergencies through strengthening coordination among public, private, and international institutions. To achieve the goal, a combination of general scientific and special methods has been applied. Methods of systematization and generalization – to identify the key factors of infrastructure resilience in Portugal and Ukraine. Comparative analysis – to assess the infrastructure environment of both countries. The tabular method has been used to organize data regarding the effectiveness of infrastructure functioning and resilience policies. The infrastructure environment of Portugal and Ukraine was assessed using the CMS Infrastructure Index data for 2023. Portugalʼs position reflects a mature institutional system and stable public policy in the field of infrastructure development. Ukraine, despite significant difficulties, has the potential to improve its position through international support, structural reforms, and targeted restoration of critical infrastructure. Despite the different levels of infrastructure development, both Portugal and Ukraine face common challenges such as cyber threats, energy security, water resource scarcity, and risks associated with urban infrastructure operation. An integrated approach is needed to overcome these challenges, which includes coordination between government structures, the private sector, and international partners to enhance resilience and effectively respond to modern threats.
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