Content and essence of the state economic security

The article deals with the issues of ensuring the economic security of the state in modern conditions. Also, the concept and main characteristics of economic security was analyzed. Safety criteria and thresholds for various macroeconomic parameters are disclosed. The foreign economic aspect of security is revealed in the context of the state customs and tariff policy. Special attention is paid to the study of the place and role of human capital in ensuring the economic security of the state.