Vol. 11 No. 2 (2026)

This issue presents a multidisciplinary exploration of the structural, technological, and geopolitical transformations shaping our contemporary global landscape. Contributors examine macro-level dynamics, including the intersections of FDI, institutional quality, and poverty in Uganda, alongside a perspective study on smart power in the United States' presidency. The digital frontier is heavily featured through critical analyses of Human-AI collaboration in HRM, the transformative roles of AI and XR in services, and a multidimensional review of smart devices on mental health. Finally, consumer dynamics are explored through experiential marketing and customer loyalty in Nigeria’s FMCG industry.