Evaluating MNEs' role in implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals: The importance of innovative partnerships

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作者
Leonidou, Leonidas C. [1 ]
Theodosiou, Marios [1 ]
Nilssen, Frode [2 ]
Eteokleous, Pantelitsa [3 ]
Voskou, Angeliki [4 ]
机构
[1] Univ Cyprus, Sch Econ & Management, Dept Business & Publ Adm, POB 20537,1 Univ Ave, CY-1678 Nicosia, Cyprus
[2] Nord Univ, Bodo, Norway
[3] Amer Univ Cyprus, North Nicosia, Cyprus
[4] Univ Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
关键词
Multinational enterprises (MNEs); Sustainable development goals (SDGs); Literature review; CORPORATE SOCIAL-RESPONSIBILITY; MULTINATIONAL-ENTERPRISES; INTERNATIONAL-BUSINESS; COMPANIES; PERFORMANCE; INEQUALITY; STRATEGIES; MANAGEMENT; COUNTRIES; BASE;
D O I
10.1016/j.ibusrev.2024.102259
中图分类号
F [经济];
学科分类号
02 ;
摘要
This article focuses on the role that MNEs play in the implementation of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Using input collected from the corporate websites of selected MNEs, a review of the extant literature, and views by academics in the field, we provide a synthesis of knowledge referring to the past, present, and future role of MNEs in accomplishing these SDGs. The literature review revealed that 'responsible consumption and production', 'no poverty', 'peace, justice and strong institutions', and 'climate action' were among the most frequently examined SDGs. Also, the analysis of the content of corporate websites and the views of academics showed a similar pattern as to the emphasis put on the role of MNEs in achieving SDGs, with 'responsible consumption and production' and 'climate action' attracting the highest attention. Important theoretical and managerial implications are derived from the study findings, while directions for future research are also recommended.
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