Investment activity in the region as a factor of its economic security

Abstract

The article considers the main aspects of economic security of the region in the conditions of digital transformation of the economy. The main attention is paid to the problem of investment activity as one of the economic security risk factors. The problem is disclosed on the example of a specific region, namely, Astrakhan Oblast. The authors analyze investment activity in the region, the main investment projects implemented on its territory, and assess the investment climate. The threats and risks to economic security existing in the region are also identified and some ways to minimize them are outlined.