EFFECTS OF INNOVATION LINKAGES IN THE CONTEXT OF NATIONAL INNOVATION SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT

The national innovation or innovation system is of central importance for the development of the innovative economy of the country. As a result of the smooth operation of all components of the system, the entry of innovations into the country is carried out more smoothly and efficiently. However, the work of individual components of the national innovation system is not enough to ensure the stability of the system. Numerous research economists have drawn attention to the connections between the individual components of the national innovation system. The effectiveness of the national innovation system depends on the level of their development. In this regard, this study examines the interconnection and mobility of innovative connections and its components in the global and regional context. The article analyzes innovative connections in the con-text of the dynamics of the global innovation index changes in the indicator and comparisons are made at the level of different countries and their groups (clusters). Special attention is paid to Armenia, its neighbors and other EAEU member states. In the abovementioned countries, comparisons of the innovation relations index and the results recorded by its components are carried out. The risks of each of the components of innovation links that create problems for the stable operation of the innovation system are analyzed.