DIGITAL GOVERNMENT OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION AND THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF STATE DIGITALIZATION PROGRAMS

Introduction. In the context of the rapid development of information technologies and their integration into various spheres of public and state life, Digital Government has become a crucial tool for modernizing public administration. The digitalization of public services not only enhances their accessibility and transparency but also significantly improves the quality of interaction between the state, citizens, and businesses. The Russian Federation and the Republic of Korea, despite differences in their socio-economic contexts, are actively developing digital public administration and Digital Government by implementing large-scale state digitalization programs. These countries demonstrate different approaches to the development and adoption of digital technologies, making their comparative analysis particularly valuable for identifying the most effective strategies and technologies. The Republic of Korea consistently ranks among the global leaders in e-government development, while Russia is accelerating its digitalization efforts to meet global standards in this area.
Materials and methods. The study employed methods of comparative analysis, data systematization and generalization, as well as content analysis of official documents regulating the digitalization of public administration in the Russian Federation and the Republic of Korea.
Research results. The conducted research reveals that the digitalization of public administration in the Russian Federation and the Republic of Korea is evolving within different institutional and technological frameworks, leading to divergences in approaches and outcomes. The Republic of Korea demonstrates a high level of integration of digital technologies into its public administration system, reflected in its leading positions in international e-government rankings and the successful implementation of proactive public service concepts. Meanwhile, Russia, currently at the stage of actively building its digital infrastructure, focuses on reducing digital inequality and creating the foundational conditions for widespread digital transformation.
Discussion and conclusion. The comparative analysis indicated that the Russian digitalization model could benefit significantly from adapting elements of Korean experience, particularly in areas such as service personalization, the use of artificial intelligence, and the development of smart cities. Thus, the study not only identified the strengths and weaknesses of the digital strategies of both countries but also outlined promising directions for experience exchange and mutual enrichment of digital public administration practices.

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