Population Engagement in Contemporary Economic Issues of the Country: Interregional Comparison

The relevance of scientific interest in the problem of population participation in the economic processes of the country is determined by the recognition of the key role of human capital in ensuring the growth of national welfare. The purpose of the article is to substantiate the author’s interpretation of the concept of “population involvement in the economic processes of the country” and to identify its impact on the level of economic well—being of citizens.  The research uses general scientific (analysis, synthesis, generalization) and economic-statistical methods, including correlation analysis, index method and grouping method. Theoretical approaches to determining the essence of economic involvement are systematized, its key components are clarified, and indicators characterizing economic well-being are substantiated.The results showed a stable positive correlation between indicators of economic activity of the population and key indicators of well-being. A comparative analysis showed an increase in the integral index of well-being in most regions of the country: if in 2010 a low level was recorded in 12 of the 16 regions, then by 2023 a high level was reached in three regions (Astana, Almaty, Atyrau region), while noticeable regional disparities remain. The data obtained make it possible to assess the current socio-economic state of society and the effectiveness of government policy in this area. The developed theoretical provisions and methodological approaches can be used in further scientific research, and the collected information base can be used in shaping socio-economic policy at the regional level.

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