Spatial Shifts in the Global Structure of Think Tanks at the Beginning of the 21st Century
https://doi.org/10.18384/2712-7621-2024-2-6-23
Abstract
Aim. To identify the spatial regrouping of forces in the global expert and analytical community at the beginning of the 21st century
Methodology. The research is based on the conceptual basis of social geography, the theoretical "soft power" construct. The 2008–2021 reports "Global Go To Think Tank Index Report, TTCSP” constitute the main source of factual data. Historical-geographical, comparative-geographical, cartographic methods were used.
Results. A spatial shift in the global think tank (TT) structure in favor of the global South has been revealed. Countries classification according to TTs development models is proposed. The rotation among the leading countries and the inertia of the think tanks vanguard spatial structure are revealed.
Research implications. The global structure of TT is characterized by a high level of territorial differentiation and concentration, and by a tendency towards polycentrism in development. The research materials can be useful for improving the independent expertise system of in Russia, as well as in the educational process at universities.
About the Authors
F. V. Blazhevich
Lomonosov Moscow State University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Fedor V. Blazhevich – Student, World Economy Geography Department, Faculty of Geography
Leninskie Gory 1, Moscow 119991
N. A. Sluka
Lomonosov Moscow State University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Nikolay A. Sluka – Dr. Sci. (Geography), Prof., World Economy Geography Department, Faculty of Geography
Leninskie Gory 1, Moscow 119991
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