СМАРТ-СПЕЦІАЛІЗАЦІЯ РЕГІОНІВ УКРАЇНИ В УМОВАХ ІНФОРМАЦІЙНОЇ ЕКОНОМІКИ: ВІДБУДОВА ГОСПОДАРСЬКИХ КОМПЛЕКСІВ ТА ОБ’ЄКТІВ КРИТИЧНОЇ ІНФРАСТРУКТУРИ

This article addresses the critical challenges and strategic opportunities associated with the post-war recovery of Ukraine, emphasizing the role of the information economy and regional smart specialization as key drivers for sustainable economic development. The study identifies and systematizes the prerequisites for enhancing smart strategy-making, highlighting the importance of balancing national interests with the prioritization of stable and resilient operation of critical infrastructure. Particular attention is given to the transformative impact of military actions on Ukraine’s industrial and economic landscape, which has necessitated a comprehensive approach to rebuilding local production in accordance with the principles of regional smart specialization.The article underscores that smart specialization represents a fundamental instrument for accelerating economic recovery, fostering innovation, and aligning Ukraine’s regional economies with the European Union’s market model. It examines the strategic concentration of resources on high-potential economic sectors, incorporating lessons derived from military experience to strengthen critical infrastructure and ensure national security. The study further explores the systemic expansion of technological capabilities, multi-vector managerial and regulatory influence, and both active and passive integration of Ukrainian enterprises into smart specialization projects. Recommendations are offered for developing effective management strategies that promote bottom-up planning, balance interests between governmental authorities and business stakeholders, and support comprehensive cluster-based approaches to regional development.In addition, the article proposes the application of macro-design principles for innovation and technological systems as a basis for institutional-innovative planning within the context of regional smart specialization. The importance of formulating national and regional Research and Innovation Strategies for Smart Specialization (RIS3) is emphasized, highlighting the need for strategic cooperation with European partners to enhance methodological support, raise awareness of smart specialization principles, and develop the professional competencies required for long-term innovation-driven recovery. By integrating economic reconstruction, technological advancement, and strategic governance, the study presents a holistic framework for strengthening the resilience, competitiveness, and innovative capacity of Ukraine’s regional economies in the post-conflict context.