Purpose. The article studies the convergence between the regions of Ukraine in terms of the basic foodstuff consumption per capita during 2000–2019, taking into account the effects of spatial interaction across regions. Methodology / approach. The convergence analysis between regions of Ukraine is based on the concept of β-convergence which can be tested using spatial econometric models namely spatial autoregressive models and spatial error models. The need for considering spatial interaction can be explained by the fact that regions are characterized by constant interaction with each other. Therefore, region should not be considered as isolated objects in space in empirical research with usage of panel data. Ignoring the spatial interaction between regions and using standard evaluation procedures can reduce the reliability and validity of the obtained results to some extent. Results. The results of our calculation confirm the process of β-convergence of average per capita consumption of all food groups, which means that food consumption in regions with an initial low level of consumption is growing faster than in regions with high initial levels of consumption. Also, as part of the use of spatial econometric models the convergence process was determined to be influenced by spatial interaction between regions while the influence of neighbouring regions has a positive effect on food consumption in particular region. Originality / scientific novelty. The article further develops the main ideas of modeling interregional differentiation based on convergence theory and for the first time, spatial econometric models were used to estimate β-convergence of Ukrainian regions by the levels of consumption of basic foodstuffs. Practical value / implications. The approach proposed by the authors and the obtained results can be used both by state authorities on agrarian policy and food issues, and by enterprises of the agricultural sector in the analysis and forecasting of trends in the consumption of basic foodstuffs at the regional level; when planning the production, processing and delivery of agricultural products, when planning state or regional trade policy in the field of food. At the same time, the inclusion of spatial effects in the model of evaluating convergence will allow policymakers to take into account the geographical features of the convergence process and, accordingly, make more informed decisions to reduce the differentiation of regions of Ukraine by the levels of consumption of basic foodstuffs.

The article discussed the challenges that stand in the way of achieving the 4th Sustainable Development Goal in Ukraine, and the related tasks of reforming the system of official education statistics and digital transformation of the sphere of domestic education and science. To solve the research tasks, the composition of indicators for monitoring the status of implementation of the 4th Sustainable Development Goal is analyzed, the dynamics of key indicators is given, a review of the state of achievement of goals and target values of benchmarks for. Highlights recent changes in reporting formats initiated by the UNESCO Institute for Statistics to ensure international comparability of education statistics. The purpose of the article is to identify ways to optimize education statistics to ensure data comparability at the international level. General scientific methods were used In the course of the research, in particular: analysis and synthesis, comparison, analysis of time series, graphical method, etc. Necessary conditions for ensuring comparability of data and indicators at the international level are considered. The features of the functioning of software and hardware complex «AICOM» are shown as an effective tool for the production of statistical and administrative educational data, as well as a means of digital transformation of the sphere of education and science of Ukraine. The aspects of further improvement of the system of national education statistics in accordance with the requirements of the UN Basic Principles of Official Statistics are revealed. Measures are indicated for optimizing reporting and statistical documentation, expanding the composition of statistical data, increasing the reliability of statistical information, reducing the cost of processing and analyzing data. These tasks can be effectively performed only on condition of consensus, systemic, comprehensive consideration and an integrated approach to their solution. Therefore, they are open to public and professional discussion.

The article considers the state of emergency in Ukraine in connection with the large-scale invasion of the russian federation, in particular, its impact on the Ukrainian education system. This issue requires a comprehensive analysis of the functioning of the education system in the context of martial law, which determines the relevance of this article. It has been established that under martial law conditions, the key objectives of Ukraine’s educational policy were to ensure the organization of the learning process, and thus the provision of educational services to students in Ukraine, as well as to internally displaced and refugee children. The rights and needs for protection, including the protection of the rights of children and youth to education, were emphasized. Analysis of literary sources and legal framework confirmed that russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine grossly violates international law and the UN Charter, and thus undermines European and global stability and security (namely, Safe Schools Declaration). The obligations of countries of the world to protect pupils, students, teachers, schools and universities during armed conflict and to support the continuation of education throughout the war were studied. The article focuses on the actions of the Government of Ukraine, international organizations and countries hosting Ukrainian refugees to return children to school, providing psychosocial support, educational opportunities and non-formal education. It is noted that Ukrainian refugees are involved in the educational process through schooling; the organization of free language courses for children and adults; access to online educational resources, including the inclusion of education and training systems in the EU, and recognition of qualifications of Ukrainian students for access to higher education and the labor market. At the same time, the emphasis is placed on the fact that the mental health and psychosocial support of all participants in the educational process play an important role during the war. A number of initiatives and assistance programs of the international community to ensure the continuity of educational services both in Ukraine and abroad are outlined. It is substantiated the conclusion that the Ukrainian Government has made maximum efforts to ensure the urgent needs of the population, among which the right to education takes the leading place. Prospective directions of further research can be studies of the international experience of adaptation to the educational process of students and teachers in EU countries.

The article examines the development trends of information and communication technologies in education as the basis for the formation of an information society. The stages of development of information technologies from manual information to network technology are described. The purpose of the article is to analyze the current trends of the use of information technologies in educational institutions. General scientific methods were used during the research, in particular: analysis and synthesis, comparison, analysis of time series, graphical method, etc. The meaning of information and communication technologies is revealed, as well as the regulatory and legal framework for their development and implementation in the educational process in Ukraine is indicated. Comparison of government forms of statistical reporting is carried out in terms of the use of modern information technologies, namely, the expansion of the ZNZ-1 form with the following indicators: about the technology and speed of the Internet, the availability of Wi-Fi technology, the availability of modern printing devices (including 3D printers by type), educational software used in the educational process and are on the balance sheet of the institution, etc. The current state of the provision of general secondary education institutions with an Internet connection was investigated (less than 100 institutions do not have such a connection, which is less than 1% of the total number). The level of provision of schools' connection to a high-quality Internet network (with a data transfer rate of more than 30+ Mbit/s), as well as the number of students per one stationary or laptop computer by regions, are described.

The paper examines the current state of harmonization of state statistical activity with the requirements of the European Statistical System. The purpose of the article is to determine the state of integration of the education statistics system of Ukraine into the European Union to ensure comparability of education data at the international level. The research was carried out on the basis of general scientific methods such as analysis and synthesis, comparison, time-series analysis, structural analysis, graphical method, etc. The legal framework for the implementation of obligations in the field of statistics and information exchange between Ukraine and the European Union was analyzed. The Law of Ukraine on amendments to certain laws of Ukraine related to the activity of state statistics was reviewed with regard to amendments to the Law of Ukraine "On Education". The main aspects and processes of education systems at the global level were outlined. Special attention is given to creating the necessary conditions for international comparability of education data and indicators. The International Standard Classification of Education is described to provide internationally comparable statistics. The compliance of coverage of relevant age groups by educational programs of Ukraine with international standards was analyzed. Student enrolment has been studied in comparison with European Union member and candidate countries. It was noted that Ukraine had completed a significant amount of work on the commitments towards European integration, despite the emergency situation in Ukraine as a result of the attack by the russian federation. The article draws conclusions about the state of integration of the system of education statistics of Ukraine into the European Union. The task of integrating the system of education statistics of Ukraine into the European space can be carried out effectively only on the condition of consensus, systematic, and compre­hensive consideration.

This article is dedicated to the pressing issue of the impact of harmful habits on the duration and quality of life of the population and is based on data from the Eurostat website for 2019, covering 29 European Union countries. Harmful habits, such as alcohol consumption and smoking, are among the most significant behavioral risk factors that negatively affect public health and mortality rates. Identifying such patterns is crucial for the development of effective preventive measures and the formation of public health policies. The aim of the article was to determine statistically significant relationships between alcohol and tobacco consumption and the mortality rate from diseases related to these factors. To achieve this goal, statistical analysis was conducted, specifically applying the correlation analysis method and the Student's t-test. Statistically significant differences in the prevalence of harmful habits between men and women were identified, and a direct connection between tobacco consumption and mortality from cancer-related diseases was established. Correlation analysis confirmed the existence of relationships between harmful habits and mortality rates. In particular, a moderate direct correlation was found between daily smoking and mortality from malignant tumors of the larynx, as well as an inverse correlation between the percentage of non-smokers and mortality from the same cause. To test the proposed hypotheses, the Student's t-test was conducted, which allowed for statistically confirming or refuting the identified patterns. The results confirm the significant impact of behavioral risk factors on mortality rates and highlight the importance of developing preventive measures. In conclusion, the statistical analysis of the prevalence of harmful habits revealed significant differences, which can be attributed to social, cultural, and religious factors. The results confirm the necessity of developing and implementing effective programs for the prevention and treatment of addictions aimed at reducing the incidence and mortality related to harmful habits.