In the article, the author provides a philosophical analysis of the essence and content of interest and national interest. The author offers a definition from the perspective of contemporary philosophy and conducts a scholarly analysis of the views of various scientists and researchers. The article presents the author’s original scientific and philosophical conclusions.

Interest, social justice, social consciousness

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