Polycrisis and Governance: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective on EU Policy and Resilience.

In an era marked by complex and interwoven challenges, theconcept of "polycrisis" encapsulates the multifaceted nature of global crises,encompassing climate change, economic disruption, geopolitical tensions, andhealth emergencies. This paper investigates the application of polycentricgovernance within the European Union (EU) as a strategic framework foraddressing polycrises. Polycentric governance, characterized bydecentralized and collaborative decision-making processes, is posited as arobust mechanism to navigate the intricacies of these intertwined crises.Through a comprehensive scientometric analysis of existing literature anddetailed examination of pivotal case studies such as the Ukraine conflict andthe COVID-19 pandemic, this research elucidates the benefits and challengesof implementing polycentric governance. The study highlights the importanceof cross-disciplinary approaches and inclusive stakeholder engagement incrafting effective responses to polycrises. Despite inherent challenges incoordination and equity, the findings advocate for adaptive and resilientgovernance models. This work provides critical insights and practicalrecommendations for policymakers aiming to strengthen global governanceframeworks to better manage the complexities of interconnected crises.