Territories with a Special Regime in BRICS Countries

This research presents a comparative analysis of territories with special legal regimes in the BRICS member countries. It examines both the theoretical foundations and the practical aspects of the functioning of territories with special status. The study examines such features as the legal status, purposes, and ways behind their creation, as well as their impact on the socio-economic development of the country. Based on legal analysis and regulatory practices, the authors propose a classification of these territories into five categories: administrative, unrecognized (or with limited recognition), economic (special economic zones), ecological (specially protected natural areas), and ethnic. The findings of this study aim to contribute to a deeper understanding of the effectiveness and developmental prospects of such territories within the context of the legal framework of the Russian Federation.