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China's Strategy in Africa
Authors: Pintér Marcell György
Published: December 2024

China’s increasing presence on the African continent is today a widely known fact, welcomed by some, and warned against by others. There are those who say China brings a new, fairer approach to economic relations and a new outlook for the ex-colonial region, and then there are those who call China’s endeavours on the continent a new way of colonisation in the second scramble of Africa. What’s certain, however, is that China is there to stay.
Sino-African relations, albeit sporadically and significantly less intensively as today, date back way before the average person would think, and China is also more important to Africa than some realise. China today is Africa’s largest trade partner and relies significantly on Chinese investment and loans. Africa, on the other hand, although not as significant for China when it comes to dependence on trade, is still a very lucrative market for Chinese privately-owned firms, especially the weapons market, and also a potentially useful diplomatic tool for Beijing in the UN and on the world stage in general. There are, however, questions raised regarding some things: the current public opinion of Africans on China is ambivalent due to bad first-hand experiences with Chinese businesses. The real reason behind and the purpose of the Djibouti naval base is also drawn into question by some, and the suspicion perhaps is not all that unwarranted, given the base’s strategic position, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s insistence on the importance of China playing a bigger role in the world, and an albeit slow but still perceivable overall change from a peaceful and hands-off China into a more assertive one, along with current tension-filled events surrounding the Asian country.
Role of the Civilian Joint Task Force in the Improvement of Security in Borno State, Nigeria
Authors: Gulyás Attila
Published: December 2024

The Nigerian state has been fighting Boko Haram since the establishment of the terrorist organization. Due to the equipment's poor quality, the lack of experience, and the staff shortages, the Nigerian Army could not defeat the enemy and provide a secure life for the citizens in Borno state, which is the base of Boko Haram. That was why the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) or locally known "Yan Gora" was established in 2013 by volunteer citizens. The organization's personnel consist of mainly jobless young and undereducated people with poor quality of equipment and weaponry.
As a non-state actor (NSA), CJTF has been fighting the terrorist organization along with the Nigerian Army and caused severe loss to Boko Haram while it has also been suffering from serious losses.
Besides the fight, the organization participates in different civil security activities such as security scans, body searches of individuals, protecting public buildings, and supervising checkpoints.
Although the Borno state government financially supports the organization, it covers only a small part of its budget. That is why most of the twenty-six thousand CJTF fighters are self-sufficient. The low budget and the lack of salaries can be the reason for crimes allegedly committed by the members of the CJTF.
The organization was initially considered as an important, apolitical actor to protect the communities, but it gradually transformed into a group with political connections which impact the future of the CJTF.
This paper is searching for the answer to how effective the CJTF is and the organization's vision after the defeat of Boko Haram.
The organization as a Non State Actor (NSA) has been fighting the terrorist organization along with the Nigerian Army and caused serious loss to the Boko Haram while it itself also has been suffering from serious losses.
Besides the fight the organization takes part in different civil security activities such as security scans, body searches of individuals, protecting public buildings, and supervising checkpoints.
Although the Borno state government financially supports the organization it covers only a small part of its budget that is why the most of the twenty-six thousand CJTF fighters are self-sufficient. The low budget and the lack of the salaries can be the reason for crimes allegedly committed by the members of the CJTF.
The organization was initially considered as an important, free from politics actor to protect the communities, but it gradually transformed into a group with political connections which have impacts on the future of the CJTF.
Hand-made Austro-Hungarian Maps of the Rio de Oro Coast
Authors: Besenyő János , Fülöp Sándor
Published: December 2024

The two authors undertook an unusual task as part of a research – on Hungary and the Western Sahara issue – to reproduce manuscript maps known so far to only a few researchers. One of the authors of the study provided service as peacekeeper in Africa. However, when he was serving in the UN MINURSO peacekeeping mission, a Spanish colleague informed him that in 1899 the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy had almost bought Rio de Oro – present-day Western Sahara.  He found useful material meeting with historian Mihály Krámli. He learned from him that in 1898 the Spanish had actually offered to buy the territory of Rio de Oro to the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy. Although negotiations took place between the two powers, the deal failed. The author obtained handwritten German, French, and Spanish material. The handwritten material was difficult to read in some places, and the drawn maps were naturally burdened with geographical inaccuracies. There was a need for a GIS-based reproduction of the cartographic drawings in German by the author of the study. In this study, the two authors present the course and then the failure of the Spanish and Austrian negotiations and the process of the reproduction of cartographic drawings.
Criminality of Counter-Insurgency in North-East Nigeria, 2012-2019
Authors: Yakubu Moses , Aideloje Franklin , Babawale Solomon
Published: December 2024

The Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) is the major collaborative military initiative among the countries of the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) saddled with the responsibility of combating Boko Haram Terrorism (BHT) within the region. Although the body seems to have achieved some successes, they have however, over the years, been involved in seemingly clandestine activities such as torture, extra-judicial execution, gender-based violence, etc., which, according to international humanitarian law, if committed during non-international armed conflict, are regarded as war crimes. This study seeks to investigate the nature and pattern of war crimes committed by some Nigerian military forces under the MNJTF in the course of Counter-Insurgency (COIN) operations against Boko Haram terrorists in north-east Nigeria between 2012 and 2019. It also investigates the implications of these travesties on victims, the war against terrorism and Nigeria in general. It analyses the various war crimes committed by the MNJTF. It also examines the measures for curbing the criminal activities of some members of the MNJTF. This study engages the following issues: what are the war crimes committed by the Nigerian soldiers under the MNJTF or why is the latter accused of gross human rights violations? What are the implications of the criminality of the MNJTF? What measures should be taken to curb the criminality of the MNJTF in north-east Nigeria? This study uses both primary and secondary sources. It anchors on Biological and Cultural Transmission Theories of criminology. The study reveals that the statutory body in charge of countering terrorism and also securing human lives, is also, like the Boko Haram terrorists, terrorising innocent civilians and promoting insecurity in north-east Nigeria. The conclusion is that the MNJTF is smudged with the brush of brutality and terrorism.
Ways out of the maze in Nigeria?
Authors: Suha György
Published: December 2024

A Review of: “Naija Marxisms: Revolutionary Thought in Nigeria” by Adam Mayer
Winner Takes It All? Who Benefits from China’s Increasing Presence in Francophone Africa?
Authors: Buda Gergely , Szunomár Ágnes
Published: December 2024

In this paper we explore whether China's presence in Francophone Africa is to the detriment or the benefit of the countries of the region. In each of our five case studies - the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Algeria, Guinea, Mauritius and Djibouti - we examine the respective countries’ motivations to cooperate with China, the advantages and disadvantages derived from the relationship, China’s drivers in its Africa-relations, and whether the cooperation can be considered successful for both sides. We find our hypothesis verified. The selected countries are indeed attracted to China primarily by the need for financial resources and infrastructure development and the promise of non-interference in domestic politics. China is motivated primarily by global trade and political ambitions, raw materials and the growing regional market. With certain limitations, the relationship between Francophone Africa and China can indeed be a win-win relationship.
Review of: “The Country That Does Not Exist: A History of Somaliland” by Gérard Prunier
Authors: Sinkó Gábor
Published: December 2024

A Review of: “The Country That Does Not Exist: A History of Somaliland” by Gérard Prunier
Review of: “Horn, Sahel, and Rift: Fault-lines of the African Jihad” by Stig Jarle Hansen
Authors: Robinson Colin D.
Published: December 2024

A Review of: “Horn, Sahel, and Rift: Fault-lines of the African Jihad” by Stig Jarle Hansen
GERD Debates and Possible Consequences
Authors: Prantner Zoltán , Al-Naggar Abdallah Abdel-Ati
Published: December 2024

The Greek historian, Herodotus (c. 484 – c. 425 BC), formulated the proverb often used today that "Egypt is a gift of the Nile". This finding is a good reflection of the thousands-of-years-old firm belief that the river and the country form an inseparable, organic entity. This conspicuous consensus in Egyptian society over the Nile goes beyond the historical heritage that the river played in the formation and survival of Egyptian civilizations. The existence of Egypt is still closely intertwined with the life-giving river, which accounts for 90% of the Arab state's freshwater needs. The steady flow of the water of the Nile is therefore almost synonymous with survival for the country. The dam built by Ethiopia along the Nile could therefore lead to a serious water crisis in Egypt, as in other neighbouring states, which is otherwise a common cause of armed conflicts. Cairo considered the situation so critical that it was described as a threat to security and peace in the region. At the same time, Ethiopia's priority is to ensure its own economic development and improve the livelihoods of its citizens, rather than the stability of the region. It hopes to implement the latter from Africa's largest hydropower plant to date, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD).
Fighting for Time
Authors: Pintér Marcell György
Published: December 2024

A Review of: “Rhodesia’s Military and Zimbabwe’s Independence”
by Charles D. Melson
Two Facets of ‘Southern Opening’
Authors: Hegedus Eva
Published: December 2024

The new strategy of ‘Southern Opening’, announced in 2015, has put Africa again in the focus of Hungary’s foreign policy, with Angola being among the priority countries. The reopening of the embassy in Luanda in 2017 and the Hungarian Foreign Minister’s visit in 2018 were further symbolic steps in recognizing Angola’s importance as a potential regional power and a strategic partner in the sub-Saharan region.
Bilateral cooperation dates back to much earlier, the late 60s, however, spanning through nearly two decades during the socialist era of both countries’ history. Hungary has provided sizable military aid (to the MPLA), actively ‘exported’ goods, technology, and knowledge through sending experts and offering scholarships, and received wounded soldiers for treatment and rehabilitation. After the mid-90s, bilateral relations have stagnated up until the new turn to the South from 2015.
Building on national archive documents and personal accounts of experts and diplomats, this paper presents the heyday of bilateral cooperation in the 70s and 80s. It also gives an overview of the revitalising relations; and analyses how those may fit in the new foreign policy agenda and promotion of Hungarian economic interests in Angola..
The People’s Republic of Hungary was also involved in the ʻsocialist scramble for Africa’. Angola seemed to be the targeted country in the region mentioned above, but in the 1960s another opportunity emerged, namely Namibia. This large, sparsely inhabited country was under South African rule, although the Ovambo, a majoritarian ethnic group, was fighting for independence. Their organisation was known as the SWAPO.
This study aims to describe how the Hungarian socialist leadership and the leaders of SWAPO found a way to cooperate with each other. The original documents quoted in this study are from the Hungarian National Archives and the daily newspapers between the 1960s and 1980s, and they have been cited to assist the readers in following the development of the relations.
Domestic Political Intersections of the South African Community’s “Expression of Solidarity” with the Hungarian Refugee Crisis, 1956–1957
Authors: Snyders Hendrik
Published: December 2024

The violent repression of the Hungarian revolution by the Soviet military forces during October-November 1956 turned four per cent (4%) of the national population into refugees needing social relief from distress and a new home. While some countries condemned Soviet aggression and refused recognition to the successor government installed by the occupational forces, others rendered a mass assistance program and granted temporary and permanent asylum to the victims. The Union of South Africa, fiercely anti-communist in its orientation, actively participated and fully supported the international relief effort, supposedly as an expression of its commitment to human rights, freedom, and democracy. South Africa offered, among other things, financial support, and an alternative home to 1,300 refugees. This was achieved through the national mobilisation of the white community, inclusive of state departments, local branches of the International Red Cross, welfare organisations, universities, cultural groups, individuals, expatriate groups, municipalities and churches. On the other hand, black people’s woes were largely ignored; they were excluded from such initiatives. Indeed, the Hungarian resettlement project took place against the background of increased anti-apartheid protest and repression and events such as the treason trial of several political activists and the Alexandra bus boycott. This duality earned the country both criticism and praise.
Nexus Between Military Rule and Private Military and Security Companies in the Sahel and its Impact on Terrorism
Authors: Yasmin  , Qayyum Sehrish
Published: December 2024

The Sahel’s tumultuous political landscape amidst successive coups by military juntas has become a hotbed for terrorists taking advantage of the ungoverned spaces created by the disconnect between states and their people to garner support and expand their influence. These coups are often sustained with the assistance of private military and security companies (PMSCs) like the Africa Corps of Wagner Group in terms of operating beyond legal frameworks exacerbating the already persisting fragility of these states. This not only perpetuates insecurity, but also makes the local population increasingly vulnerable to being recruited by terrorist groups due to the lack of trust towards the state and its security apparatus. States such as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have a history of military coups and interventions. As such, by using a constructivist lens for the aforementioned case-studies, the intricate relationship between military regimes and PMSCs’ impact on terrorism can be evaluated via a multidisciplinary approach. Understanding this nexus is crucial for developing a holistic approach that identifies both the symptoms and root causes of instability to address terrorism in the Sahel.
Virtualização das ações extensionistas da Liga Acadêmica de EstomatoPatologia da Universidade de Pernambuco
Authors: Lima Cleiton Rone dos Santos , Vieira Juliana da Silva , Martins Joelmir Deivity Silva , Silveira Marcia Maria Fonseca da , Sobral Ana Paula Veras
Published: December 2024

O objetivo deste estudo foi descrever as ações realizadas pelo projeto “Liga Acadêmica de Estomatopatologia (LAEP)”, vinculado à PROEC/UPE, durante a pandemia de COVID-19. A extensão universitária compõe o tripé indissociável da formação universitária e, nesse contexto, a LAEP foi fundada com o objetivo de criar um espaço para discussão das lesões e os seus aspectos dentro da Patologia Oral e Maxilofacial e Estomatologia. As atividades desenvolvidas pela LAEP constituem-se em momentos teóricos e práticos. Em 2022 as atividades da LAEP ocorreram virtualmente. Os ligantes participaram de aulas e discussão de casos e promoveram a disseminação do conhecimento por meio do Instagram, com interações a nível nacional e internacional. Além disso, o evento social foi realizado por meio do YouTube e levou para a população em geral a mesa redonda com o tema “Manifestações orais decorrentes da violência infantil”. Assim, apesar das dificuldades encontradas, foi possível desenvolver um espaço para sensibilização da sociedade sobre as condições que afetam a região oral e maxilofacial, além da divulgação do conhecimento em Estomatopatologia.
Herz chemistry and its applications in small-molecule functional materials science: achievements, challenges, and prospects
Authors: Koutentis P. A. , Makarov A. Yu. , Rakitin O. A. , Zibarev A. V.
Published: December 2024

This review discusses the achievements of Herz chemistry over its first century, together with challenges and prospects. The discussion focuses on the synthesis, structure, and reactivity of various closed- and open-shell chalcogen-nitrogen π-heterocyclic species. The latter are derivatives of the (het)areno-fused 1,2,3-dichalcogenazole ring system with S, Se, and less often Te, chalcogens in various spin and charge states encompassing cations, radicals, bipolar ions, and quinoid antiaromatics/diradicaloids. They are important for fundamental chemistry and materials science, specifically for the design and synthesis of metal-free conductive, magnetic, and optoelectronic materials. The potential for further extension of Herz chemistry to other non-transition elements is also considered. A comparative analysis of Herz species and their 1,3,2-isomers (Wolmershäuser species) is provided.
 The bibliography includes 344 references.
Implementasi Kenaikan Suku Bunga Kredit dan Investasi terhadap Pertumbuhan Ekonomi di Sumatera Utara
Authors: Yanti Masryana Sianturi  , Chelsya Olyza Malau  , Nadia Enjel Lina Silalahi  , Anggun Sibarani
Published: December 2024

The aim of this research is to see how increases in credit and investment interest rates impact economic growth in North Sumatra from 2013 to 2023. Indonesia faces the challenge of balancing economic growth, price stability and job creation as a developing country. Quantitative methods were used in this research, which used secondary data from the National Center for Statistics. This method is multiple linear regression analysis. Included in the variables studied are economic growth, investment, and credit interest rates. The research results show that credit interest rates have a positive but insignificant impact on economic growth, while investment has a negative and significant impact. According to multiple regression analysis, fluctuations in credit and investment interest rates can be responsible for 37.9% of economic growth. Additional unexamined factors influence the remaining sections. This research suggests that the government and stakeholders re-evaluate investment strategies to encourage sustainable economic growth in North Sumatra.
Cardiorespiratory Fitness as a Risk Factor for Requiring Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in a Veteran Population
Authors: Arnott Suzanne M. , LaPiano Jessica , Samuel Imannuel , Antevil Jared , Faselis Charles , Kokkinos Peter , Trachiotis Gregory D.
Published: December 2024

Background: Regular physical activity is widely recommended to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Coronary artery bypass grafting is the gold standard treatment for severe multi-vessel coronary artery disease that has failed medical management. However, there is limited information on the relationship between cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and the likelihood of undergoing coronary bypass. This study aims to determine the association between CRF and the likelihood of requiring future coronary artery bypass in a US Veteran population. Methods: From a cohort of 740,075 United States Veterans who completed an exercise treadmill test between October 1, 1999, and September 3, 2020, with no evidence of cardiovascular disease, we identified 14,860 individuals who underwent a bypass more than six months after their fitness assessment. To assess the association between CRF and the risk of coronary bypass, we divided participants into CRF quintiles based on peak workload achieved: Least-fit: 4.7 ± 1.5 metabolic equivalents (METs) (n = 141,893); Low-fit: 7.2 ± 0.9 METs (n = 181,550), Moderate-fit: 8.5 ± 1.3 METs (n = 142,895), Fit: 10.5 ± 1.0 METs (n = 192,061) and High-fit: 13.5 ± 1.8 METs (n = 81,676). Cox proportional hazard models were used to calculate the risk of bypass across fitness categories. The models were adjusted for age, body mass index, race, cardiovascular medications, and cardiovascular risk factors. Results: The association between cardiorespiratory fitness and coronary artery bypass was inverse, independent, and graded. For every 1-MET increase in exercise capacity the risk of surgery was 10% lower (HR = 0.90; 95% CI: 0.89–0.91; p < 0.001). Comparisons across CRF quintiles revealed that the risk for surgery was lower by 29% in the Low-fit group (HR = 0.71; 95% CI: 0.68–0.74; p < 0.001), 37% in the Moderate-fit group (HR = 0.63; 95% CI: 0.60–0.66; p < 0.001), 47% in the Fit group (HR = 0.53; 95% CI: 0.54–0.60; p < 0.001), and 53% in the High-fit group (HR = 0.47; 95% CI: 0.43–0.50; p < 0.001). Conclusions: Our findings support a graded, inverse relationship between CRF and the likelihood of undergoing future coronary bypass surgery. A moderate CRF level, achievable by most older individuals engaging in age-appropriate physical activity, was associated with a 40% lower likelihood of undergoing future coronary bypass.
Epidemiological Characteristics and Risk Factors for Coronary Artery Lesions in Kawasaki Disease: A Five-Year Study in Xuzhou of 1082 Cases
Authors: Niu Ling , Wang Fei , Tang Yunjia , Xu Hui , Xue Ying , Xu Yongmao , An Xinjiang , Lv Haitao
Published: December 2024

Background: Kawasaki disease (KD) is a major cause of childhood vasculitis and a common cause of acquired heart disease in children worldwide. This study sought to investigate the epidemiological characteristics of KD and to analyze the risk factors associated with KD complications, particularly coronary artery lesions (CALs). Methods: The medical records of children diagnosed with KD in Xuzhou from January 1, 2016, to December 31, 2020, were reviewed retrospectively. Categorical variables were analyzed using the Chi-square test, while unpaired Student's t-tests or the Mann–Whitney U test were employed for continuous data. Univariate and multivariable logistic regression analyses were conducted to identify risk factors of KD- associated CALs. Results: Of the 1082 children enrolled, the male-to-female ratio was 1.7:1. The age at diagnosis ranged from 1 to 127 months, with a median of 17 months. Seasonal variation was observed, with a peak incidence noted in summer (27.5%). CALs were identified in 292 cases (27.0%), detailed as follows: transient dilation (17.4%), mild dilation (4.0%), small aneurysms (2.9%), medium-sized aneurysms (1.9%), and giant aneurysms (0.8%). Independent risk factors for CALs included male gender, longer fever duration before intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), and elevated levels of leukocytes, C-reactive protein, creatine kinase-muscle/brain (CK-MB), and interleukin-6 (IL-6). Conclusions: Male gender, elevated levels of fever duration before IVIG, leukocytes, C-reactive protein, CK-MB, and IL-6 were predictive risk factors of CALs. These findings underscore the need for increased clinical awareness and targeted interventions to mitigate the risk of CALs in children affected by KD.
Analyzing the Non-Functional Features of Web Conferencing Tools for Synchronous Online Tertiary Education in Sri Lanka
Authors: De Zoysa Rannulu Lakmali , Mohammed Lubna Ali , Abeygunawardana Rushan
Published: December 2024

A selection of a web conferencing tool often focuses on functional requirements. However, nonfunctional requirements play a critical role in ensuring the overall effectiveness and usability of a tool, especially for developing countries like Sri Lanka. This study aims to provide a detail discussion on the nonfunctional requirements discovered in a previous study on “Expert opinion on selecting a web conferencing tool for synchronous online tertiary education in Sri Lanka.” The study conducted semi-structured interviews with twenty selected experts, including educational specialists, educational psychologists, and IT specialists who are directly in touch with the online tertiary education sector of the country. The data is analysed using a thematic analysis approach to identify the sub-factors attributed to each non-functional requirement and content analysis to quantify the identified sub-factors. The findings revealed a total of 66 subfactors across nine key categories: pricing, compatibility, performance, security, user-friendliness, customer support, user training and setting standards, admin functionality, and value-added services. The study provides a comprehensive overview of the non-functional requirements essential for web conferencing tools to be effective in the Sri Lankan context, where internet connectivity can be unreliable, devices may be limited, and cultural sensitivities need to be considered. The findings of the study can be used by educational institutions in Sri Lanka to make informed decisions about the selection of web conferencing tools and to ensure a robust synchronous online learning environment for teachers and students by minimising the limitations of being a developing country.
Examining the Effectiveness of Using Rhymes on Improving the Learning of Multiplication Times Tables in Year 3 Students in Dubai
Authors: Husain Mariya , Mohammed Lubna Ali
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the effectiveness of using rhymes to enhance the learning of multiplication timetables among Year 3students at The Westminster School in Dubai. A total of 66 students were selected and divided into two groups: an experimental group and a control group, each comprising 33 students. Over three weeks, the experimental group learnt the 3, 4, and 8 times tables through specific rhymes—"Row Row Row Your Boat" for the 3 times table, "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" for the 4 times table, and "This Old Man" for the 8 times table. The control group received traditional instruction without rhymes. The study utilised a pre-test and post-test design to measure the student’s ability to recall multiplication facts before and after the intervention. The outcomes were quantitatively analysed through an independent two-sample T-test and assessed the mean differences in learning outcomes between the control and experimental groups. The results indicated that using rhymes significantly improved the student's understanding and retention of multiplication facts. Students in the experimental group exhibited higher levels of engagement, enthusiasm, and motivation compared to the control group. This increased engagement was reflected in their improved performance on multiplication tests.The findings suggest that incorporating rhymes into mathematics instruction can be a highly effective strategy for teaching multiplication tables, fostering both cognitive and affective gains in students.
THE IMPACT OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN THE CADRE TRAINING AND CONFERENCE CENTER (HOTEL) IN XICHENG DISTRICT, BEIJING
Authors: Gu Liang , Trisakhonb Chitralada
Published: December 2024

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of human resource management practices on employee performance at the Cadre Training and Conference Center (Hotel) in Xicheng District, Beijing. The unique challenges of HRM in the hospitality sector within a government-operated facility, which operates under different structural and operational constraints compared to private sector hotels.Methodology – This study involves surveying 180 employees at the Cadre Training and Conference Center in Beijing, selected through stratified random sampling. A questionnaire was used to gather data on human resource management practices and employee performance, covering three main sections: respondent information, HRM practices, and performance metrics. Data analysis includes descriptive statistics for initial data review and inferential statistics using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to test hypotheses, with a significance level set at 0.05.Results – human resource management practices, particularly in the areas of recruitment and selection, reward system, career management and performance appraisal, have a statistically significant influence on employee performance at Cadre Training and Conference Center (Hotel) in Xicheng District, Beijing, with a predictive power of 83.3%.Implications – The study suggests key implications for enhancing employee performance. Companies should improve performance appraisal systems to ensure fairness, transparency, and alignment with organizational goals. Recruitment processes should be thorough and transparent, attracting the right talent and supporting employee integration. A fair and well-communicated reward system is essential for maintaining motivation, and companies should offer additional benefits to meet employee needs. Lastly, clear career management strategies should be implemented to support employee growth, with regular monitoring to align career development with organizational goals.Originality/Value – This study offers new insights into how specific HRM practices—recruitment, reward systems, career management, and performance appraisals—significantly impact employee performance in the hospitality sector. It provides practical recommendations for improving HR strategies, making it valuable for HR professionals and managers in similar settings.
Desarrollo ágil de sistemas de control de proyectos: Soluciones modulares y adaptables con EXCEL Y VBA
Authors: Martínez Rabanales Susana , Sepúlveda Flores Xcaret , Sosa Pintle Ana María , García Sierra Margarita Raquel , Martínez Ramírez Violeta
Published: December 2024

Se propone llevar a cabo el proyecto “Preservación de Integridad de Datos: Exportación desde SAP BI a Excel con detección de archivos faltantes, correspondiente a Work Package Milestone 1 al 7”. Este proyecto es fundamental para garantizar el cumplimiento de los KPI del Sistema SAP JPA, relacionado con los proyectos de Benteler en México. Su objetivo es asegurar la integridad y precisión de los datos, aspectos críticos para la documentación requerida en las auditorías anuales.
La falta de un sistema que valide la veracidad de la información ha resultado en documentación incompleta, lo que ha impactado negativamente en la certificación del departamento de Proyectos, que no ha superado el 60% de los requisitos mínimos para mantener su certificación Bronce en COMPASS. Esto ha evidenciado la necesidad urgente de una solución efectiva.
La ejecución de este proyecto traerá consigo múltiples beneficios operacionales. Estos incluyen la identificación de documentos mandatorios en SAP JPA para cada Work Package, la creación de una matriz de responsabilidades, la confirmación de formatos correspondientes y la actualización de documentos mandatorios. Además, se establecerá un sistema de evaluación de avance documental, asegurando un cumplimiento superior al 95% en las fechas de Gate Review.
La integridad de los datos es crucial para la calidad de la información. Un ERP, como SAP, permite la automatización de procesos y centraliza la información, facilitando la generación de informes. En Benteler, la correcta utilización de SAP es vital para el desarrollo de proyectos, garantizando que la documentación esté siempre disponible y actualizada.
Por lo tanto, el desarrollo del proyecto “Preservación de Integridad de Datos” es esencial para mejorar la administración y control de Sistema BI México. Con su implementación, Benteler podrá contar con una base de datos actualizada, responder rápidamente a la Dirección, identificar puntos críticos y facilitar revisiones en tiempo real, lo que permitirá cumplir con los requisitos de auditoría y mejorar la efectividad operativa.
Devlet-i Aliyye’de Gerileme Sorununa Paradigmik Bir Bakış
Authors: Şayin Cevat
Published: December 2024

Devlet-i Aliyye’nin hükümran olduğu süreçte dünya, felsefeden ayrışan doğa bilimlerinde yapılan çalışmalar ile tetiklenen birbiri ardına hemen her alanda büyük kırılmalar yaşamış, bilim ile ilişkilenen teknolojinin icat ve üretim hız ile ivmesinin geometrik artışı sonucunda “bilimsel devrimler” ile radikal dönüşümler gerçekleşmiştir. Bu kırılmaların hemen hiçbirine Devlet-i Aliyye coğrafyasının sahne olmaması dikkat çekici olmasına rağmen bu konu bakir kalmıştır. Batı’nın yükseliş ve hegemonyasının istinatgâhı olan askerî güç bilim ve teknolojide sağlanan gelişmelerin ilk ve en yoğun uygulama alanı olmuş bu sayede yaşanılan “askerî devrim”in asimetrik etkileri ile muhataplarını mağlup etmiştir. Bu çalışma ile Devlet-i Aliyye ilim çevrelerinin dünyada yaşanan bu gelişmelere karşı verdikleri tepkinin yoklanarak yaşanan arayışların neden bir kırılma ve dönüşümü tetiklemediği ortaya konmaya çalışılmıştır. Konunun retrospektif özelliği dikkate alınarak Kuhn’un paradigma yaklaşımı kullanılmıştır. Kriz, müelliflerin bazılarına göre devletin biyolojik bir varlık gibi olmasından, geneline göre kanun-u kadim’in bozulmasından, birkaç son dönem ümeraya göre de dışarıda olan gelişmelerden kaynaklanmış olduğu için yapacak bir şey yoktur; ıslahat ile, yeniliklerin ithali ile aşılabilir görüldüğünden bir paradigma krizine dönüştürülememiştir denebilir.
Las Zonas Metropolitanas de Veracruz y su especialización Productiva
Authors: Téllez Flores Danna Paola , Vázquez Rojas Angélica María
Published: December 2024

El objetivo de esta investigación fue determinar la especialización productiva de las zonas metropolitanas del estado de Veracruz: Acayucan, Coatzacoalcos, Córdoba, Poza Rica, Xalapa, Orizaba, Veracruz y Minatitlán; mediante el cálculo del coeficiente de localización o especialización relativa con datos obtenidos del INEGI de la población ocupada por sector económico correspondiente al año 2018. Las zonas metropolitanas de Veracruz se especializan en diversas actividades que en su mayoría pertenecen al sector terciario, estas presentan un grado de desarrollo alto y de marginación baja. La complementariedad de las actividades económicas genera atracción poblacional a las zonas metropolitanas y más empleo.
AS FALHAS DOS ASPECTOS ÉTICOS NA CONTABILIDADE: O COLAPSO DA ENRON COMPANY
Authors: Pereira Bartolomeu Miranda Pereira , Lay Eduardo Genaro Escate , Guimarães Adriano da Silva , Da. S. Fernandes Carlos Fernando B.
Published: December 2024

O objetivo deste estudo é descrever e analisar o motivo do colapso da maior empresa de energia, a empresa americana Enron, que é considerado um dos eventos que mais repercutiu na profissão de contabilidade e auditoria. Este estudo tem como foco a ética, considerada como preventiva e conservadora da ocorrência de colapsos e escândalos financeiros. Adotou-se a abordagem de análise descritiva, que contou com a metodologia indutiva, induzindo os estudos e pesquisas que objetivaram explicar e analisar os motivos do colapso da empresa Enron e conhecer as lições aprendidas com ela e os métodos para evitar escândalos financeiros como este. Vamos resumir algumas lições que podem ser aprendidas para evitar o mesmo destino da Enron e recuperar a confiança dos mercados financeiros, bem como das profissões de contabilidade e auditoria. Os resultados revelam que existem muitas razões para o colapso da empresa Enron, a mais importante é que a administração da empresa fez com que a inflação dos lucros ostensivamente chegasse a 1 bilhão de dólares no ano anterior ao colapso da empresa. Além disso, a auditoria interna da empresa falhou nos aspectos éticos e financeiros como resultado de engano contínuo, ganância, suborno, especulação e fraude.
A relevância dos Métodos de Custeio na formação dos preços de venda no mercado
Authors: Davila Naialy , Cruz Pinto Glauco , Araujo Alves Ramos Mariana , Paulino Cavalcante Zuila
Published: December 2024

O presente trabalho visa demonstrar a importância da utilização de métodos e sistemas de custeio na formação do preço de venda. Para isso, o estudo realizado foi de natureza básica, metodologicamente, trata-se de uma revisão bibliográfica, com abordagem qualitativa, apresentando fins de pesquisa descritivas, na qual apanhou ferramentas de coleta de dados a partir de legislações, livros e artigos que tratam do tema em questão. As empresas apresentam deficiências na elaboração da precificação, essas lacunas podem ser atribuídas à falta de conhecimento dos novos empresários ou à incerteza sobre os métodos mais apropriados a serem adotados. Através de estudos de casos analisados, apresenta a aplicação dos métodos de custeio e precificação em empresas brasileiras, no segmento industrial, comercial e prestação de serviço. Desse modo, a contabilidade de custos influencia na eficácia da produção de um produto, tornando-se uma ferramenta de controle de produção, consequentemente na elaboração da precificação.
informe pericial y su control de fiabilidad en la etapa intermedia
Authors: Mejia Mendo Hector Humberto
Published: December 2024

El informe pericial para su admisión formal como medio de prueba en la etapa intermedia del proceso penal, conforme a las reglas previstas en el código procesal del 2004, no un requisito la verificación de la calidad epistemológica de sus instrumentos, métodos y resultados, pues solo se requiere que sea pertinente, útil y conducente. Esta situación permite que aquellas aun cuando en su elaboración utilicen teorías contrarias a las establecidas por la comunidad científica, sean admitidas para su actuación en juicio, desconociéndose el perjuicio (sobrevaloración del conocimiento científico) que ocasionan en la actuación de los jueces al momento de resolver sus casos, los cuales inciden potencialmente en las condenas o absoluciones erradas a lo que está expuesto el sistema judicial. El objetivo de este artículo se circunscribe en examinar las posibilidades doctrinarias y teóricas para la adopción del modelo de control de admisibilidad científica de los informes periciales en la etapa intermedia, en la que se analice para su admisión la calidad y fiabilidad científica, a fin de obtener su capacidad resolutiva propuesta para el caso; concluyéndose en la posibilidad de incorporar este modelo al sistema procesal penal peruano, aunado a los criterios de admisibilidad procesal establecidos en la norma.
investigación jurídica: ¿es viable?
Authors: Bermúdez-Tapia Manuel
Published: December 2024

En el Perú, las universidades y centros de investigación han asumido que los procesos de investigación se desarrollan bajo una condición estándar y que pueden ser planificados y ejecutados de forma aleatoria y sin una proyección que implique un contexto progresivo en el tiempo. En consecuencia, no se pueden proyectar objetivos concretos y tangibles que incidan en beneficio de la sociedad. En el ámbito jurídico, el desarrollo, registro y publicación de investigaciones parecería que no tiene un propósito en el largo plazo y ello se acredita con un registro de menos de cien investigadores en el RENACYT. Ante este panorama el objetivo del documento es demostrar la escasa importancia a la regulación, trabajo institucional académico y evaluación de resultados que se le asigna a las investigaciones jurídicas en el país.
Nusyūz Suami serta Mekanisme Penyelesaiannya Perspektif Fikih Munākaḥāt
Authors: Nasrulloh Muhammad , Ubaid Ermawan Mohamad Zakky
Published: December 2024

Nusyūz was often associated with women. This stereotype has led to a legal gap, where it is perceived that only women are bound by nusyūz, while men are unfamiliar with the term. In fact, the definition of nusyūz can be applied to both men and women. Therefore, this paper aims to recontextualize the term nusyūz to ensure its implementation in a similar manner. The research method used was qualitative, with a library research approach, focusing on fiqh munākaḥāt (Islamic family law). This study was descriptive in nature. The results of the research conclude that nusyūz has two meanings: (1) the decline in the husband's interest and (2) the neglect of rights. The solution to nusyūz in the context of declining interest is reconciliation (iṣlāh). Meanwhile, nusyūz, in the context of neglecting rights, can include neglect of maintenance (nafkah) and domestic violence. The solution is to report the matter to a judge, which could even lead to divorce. Additionally, nusyūz can occur simultaneously in both the partners. The solution in this case involves two negotiators (ḥakam) representing each spouse to make a decision that is beneficial for both parties.
Implementasi UU Demokrasi dan Nilai-Nilai Urgensinya dalam Politik Islam di Indonesia
Authors: Fatkhiyatus Su’adah  , Ahmad Royhan
Published: December 2024

This study examines the implementation and urgency of the Democracy Law in Indonesia. Although democracy is reflected in the 1945 Constitution, Muslim intellectuals often view this concept as foreign. Democratic principles such as majority rule, freedom, and justice face challenges in their application because not all democratic concepts can be reconciled with Islamic law. This research analyzes the interaction between Islamic values, such as benefit and justice, with the democratic principles of the 1945 Constitution and the potential alignment between the two to enhance political stability. The novelty of this study lies in its in-depth comparative analysis between the democratic principles of the 1945 Constitution and the concept of Islamic governance in classical and contemporary fiqh. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach, analyzing Indonesian legal texts and relevant classical and contemporary fiqh works. The findings indicate the potential for synergy between democratic principles and Islamic values despite challenges in implementation. The application of the Democracy Law in Indonesia requires an approach that is sensitive to religious values, particularly in terms of justice, freedom, and governance based on benefit. Its implications could shift the paradigm of democratic implementation in Indonesia, emphasizing the importance of synergy between state law and religious teachings in creating a just and prosperous government for people.
سياسة الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية تجاه العراق في ظل حكم الرئيس جو بايدن
Authors: م.د. ضفاف كامل كاظم م.د. ضفاف كامل كاظم
Published: December 2024

شكل العراق أحد بنود الأجندة الغائبة عن سباق الانتخابات الأمريكية لعام 2021، على عكس الانتخابات السابقة التي كان حاضراً  فيها وبقوة  خاصة بعد احتلاله عام 2003، فلم يشير الرئيس (جوبايدن) خلال حملته الانتخابية بشكل صريح لسياسته في العراق حتى بعد مرور عامين على إدارته، ولم تحدد معالم سياسته تجاهه، مكتفيا بالإشارة لمنطقة الشرق الأوسط بكونها منطقة حروب ابدية لابد من تركها لدولها لتدير شؤونها بنفسها، واثار ذلك تساؤلات مهمة حول دور العراق في السياسة الأمريكية، وهل أصبح يمثل قضية سياسة خارجية ثانوية بالنسبة للولايات المتحدة في المرحلة المقبلة؟ وهل أعادت الحرب الروسية الأوكرانية للعراق أهميته بسبب إمكانياته من الطاقة؟
كلمات مفتاحية: العراق ومنطقة الشرق الأوسط، جوبايدن، حكومة تحالف الإطار التنسيقي الشيعي، الحرب الروسية -الأوكرانية، اتفاق الإطار الإستراتيجي.
إنتشار ظاهرة المخدرات في العراق وتداعياتها اجتماعيا
Authors: ا.م.د. سداد مولود سبع ا.م.د. سداد مولود سبع
Published: December 2024

يعالج البحث موضوع غاية في الاهمية ليس على مستوى العراق فحسب بل على مستوى المنطقة عربيا واقليميا الا وهي ظاهرة تنامي المخدرات، والتي بدات اشكالية هذه الظاهرة في العراق بعد التغيير السياسي في العراق بعد العام 2003، والذي تحول العراق من بلد شبه خالي من المخدرات الى أحد البلدان التي ينتشر بها التعاطي والادمان، الى جانب تحوله الى ممر الى تصدير المخدرات اقليميا. دواعي البحث في المخدرات عديدة ومتشابكة اذا لا يمكن دراسة تداعياتها ضمن اطار التاثير المحدد وذلك لكون امتدادت التاثير مترابطة تتوزع في الاطار الامني والاقتصادي والصحي والاجتماعي والنفسي، وهذا ما يفسر الجهات الرسمية المتعددة التي اوكل اليها مكافحة المخدرات في العراق عام 2017، لكن يبقى الجانب الاجتماعي البوابة الرئيسة لانتشار المخدرات في العراق، وهذا ما سنحاول البحث فيه. 
الكلمات المفتاحية: العراق، المخدرات، التاثيرات الاجتماعية.
Pengaturan Fungsi Badan Kependudukan dan Keluarga Berencana Nasional Dalam Mengendalikan Laju Pertumbuhan Penduduk
Authors: Reynaldi Don Reto  , Kotan Y. Stefanus  , Rafael Rape Tupen
Published: December 2024

Population growth in Kupang Regency from year to year is increasing, based on the population census data of Kupang Regency the number of residents by gender (soul), the population of Kupang Regency amounted to 372, 777 people with details of 190, 480 people for men and 182, 297 people for women. The density problem that occurred was 63 people per km2. High population growth can be a serious problem if it is not solved immediately, the high and uncontrolled population growth rate will affect the declining level of welfare of the community and family. . The family planning program began in 1968 by preparing LKBN (national family planning institution) which later became the National Population and Family Planning Agency or BKKBN, the national family planning movement aims to control the rate of population growth and also improve the quality of human resources. This research is a normative judicial research supported by an approach that uses primary data and secondary data obtained using interview methods, documentation studies and observations and the data obtained is processed using editing, coding, induction, trigulation and tabulation methods and analyzed in a qualitative descriptive manner. The results of this study show that (1) Regulation regarding the function of the district government in population control by BKKBN in Kupang Regency. In the hierarchy of legislative arrangements from the highest to the lowest level, it gives very full authority or trust to the National Population and Family Planning Agency in controlling the rate of population growth in Kupang Regency (2) In carrying out the functions of the population and family planning agency in organizing population control in Kupang Regency. The Population and Family Planning Agency has provided services and education to the public about the importance of family planning. However, the function of BKKBN has not been running well, this can happen because of the lack of public awareness, socio-cultural constraints, limited access to counter-septic tools, patriarchal gender roles, religious keyness and economic factors that make the function of BKKBN not well in controlling the population in Kupang Regency.