Abstract
<jats:p>This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of theoretical approaches to understanding and assessing the resilience of regional economic systems. The transition from traditional paradigms to modern concepts was analyzed, revealing patterns in the development of scientific understanding of regional economic resilience. The primary focus was on a consistent analysis of three key paradigms: 1) the classical equilibrium and stability paradigm, based on the principles of returning the system to its pre-crisis state; 2) the sustainable development paradigm, emphasizing the balance of economic, social, and environmental aspects; and 3) the modern resilience paradigm, focused on the system’s ability to adapt and transform. The aim of the study is to analyze the evolution of theoretical approaches to assessing the resilience of regional economic systems and develop an integrated theoretical framework adequate to address contemporary global challenges. In the course of the study, the author utilized historical and logical analysis, comparative analysis, systematization methods, and theoretical modeling. The study demonstrated that each subsequent paradigm did not negate the previous one, but rather enriched and expanded the understanding of resilience by adding new dimensions and analytical aspects. Of particular importance was identifying the limitations of each approach in the context of contemporary global challenges, including digital transformation, geopolitical instability, and environmental crises. Thus, a clear scientific problem exists: the lack of a holistic, evolutionary approach to the theoretical foundations of regional resilience assessment that would account for paradigm shifts and synthesize their achievements to adequately address the challenges of the new reality. Filling this gap is a necessary foundation for developing effective tools for diagnosing and managing regional development.</jats:p>