Theoretical and methodological basis of ensuring the economic security of the region

The article examines the theoretical and methodological foundations of regional economic security in the context of modern systemic transformations.The author analyzes existing definitions of economic security, identifies contradictions and shortcomings in their interpretation, and substantiates the need to study security at the regional level as a complex socio-economic system.Emphasis is placed on methodological approaches that consider regions as open, self-organizing systems characterized by complexity, nonlinearity, and feedback.The paper outlines the evolution of the concept of "mechanism" in economic science and emphasizes the importance of institutions in ensuring regional stability.Conclusions are drawn on the need for an interdisciplinary methodology that integrates systems theory, synergetics, institutionalism, and complexity theory for the effective formation of mechanisms to ensure economic security in regions.