Integrated investment for improved regional competitiveness of Slovak Regions

development, understanding the dynamics of these economic agents
becomes imperative for policymakers and stakeholders seeking to
enhance regional prosperity. This research delves into the potential
roles of existing economic agents/tools, including actors and
agencies, for integrated investment proposals. The research is about
how to plan integrated investments for improved regional
competitiveness for Slovak self-governing regions by considering
the soft factors for regional competitiveness with a special focus on
underdeveloped regions including regions affected by attenuation of
mining activities and negative related side effects.
Through a mixed-method approach, our investigation synthesizes
relevant literature on regional innovation and competitiveness; we
analyze the intricate interactions and alignments of actors and
agencies, exploring how their dynamics contribute to the region's
ability to attract and leverage investments for promoting innovation
and competitiveness.
This research contributes to the ongoing dialogue on effective
strategies for regional economic development and offers actionable
recommendations for policymakers, businesses, and stakeholders to
benefit from the potential. Ultimately, our investigation seeks to
empower decision-makers with the knowledge needed to placebased/place-sensitive policies and initiatives that facilitate
innovation, foster competitiveness, and drive regional success to
new dimensions.