Spatial Differentiation of Investment Attractiveness of Regions

Abstract

The Russian Federation is characterized by interregional spatial differentiation of regions. The article analyzes the factors that affect the inflow of investment to the region. Methods for assessing the investment attractiveness of regions are described and an additional criterion is identified that allows increasing investment attractiveness and creating a positive investment climate in the region. As the main method for assessing the investment attractiveness of regions, it is assumed to use the expert method, which will allow evaluating not only quantitative, but also specific qualitative criteria. An additional criterion of investment attractiveness of regions is revealed. Increasing the investment attractiveness of the region directly depends on the availability of research and educational centers. These centers are able to identify priority areas for investors and provide staffing. The activities of scientific and educational centers are based on public and private partnership. The mechanism of public private partnership assumes that in order to reduce the spatial differentiation of investment attractiveness of regions, it is necessary to create a unified database of investment opportunities in the regions, indicating Federal and regional support tools and mechanisms, as well as information about promising enterprises. This database should include all sectors and branches of the economy of the Russian Federation. The article suggests a mechanism for interaction between the state, business and scientific and educational centers.