Key words: multipolar environment, multipolar world, leadership style, comparative analysis. application/pdf 777187 bytes eng info:eu-repo/semantics/article LEADERSHIP IN A MULTIPOLAR WORLD: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF LEADERSHIP STYLES IN A MULTIPOLAR ENVIRONMENT Abstract: This paper explores leadership styles in a multipolar world, focusing on USA, Europe Russia, China, and India. The research highlights how leadership approaches are shaped by the cultural, political, and economic contexts of these regions. Despite fundamental differences, several universal leadership traits emerge as key factors in the global landscape. This paper provides a systematic literature review on leadership styles in multipolar environments, comparing approaches across different geopolitical, corporate, and organizational contexts. Through an analysis of existing research, the study identifies key leadership characteristics that foster adaptability, collaboration, and strategic decision-making in a world where power is distributed among multiple actors. The USA adopts a predominantly democratic leadership innovation, employee style, encouraging autonomy, and transformational leadership. European leadership styles vary widely, balancing democratic and transformational approaches, though some regions still exhibit authoritarian tendencies. Russian leaders favor a mix of authoritarian and paternalistic styles, reinforced by strong political influence. Chinese leadership is often authoritarian and paternalistic, emphasizing centralized control and stability. Indian leadership combines authoritarian elements with flexibility, allowing for industry-specific adaptations. In a multipolar world, leaders must navigate complex environments, balancing stability with innovation. Paper presented at the 13th International Conference EKONBIZ 2025 - Economic implications of the multipolar world, June 5th and 6th 2025, Bijeljina Novi Ekonomist volume: 19 number: 2 startpage: 10 endpage: 23 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/legalcode https://phaidrabg.bg.ac.rs/o:37569 doi:10.69781/NOEK202538171 ISSN: 1840-2313 2025 Kovačević, Biljana Aleksić Mirić, Ana Božić, Katarina