Border Cities and Territorial Development

This insightful book explores how border cities foster territorial development, offering valuable theories and policy proposals for enhancing regional growth in border regions.

The book Border Cities and Territorial Development delves into the pivotal role that border cities play in fostering territorial development across global border regions. It presents a comprehensive roadmap for understanding territorial development theories and strategic policy guidelines, bolstered by evidence-based narratives demonstrating how these regions stimulate regional growth. By intertwining regional and urban studies with planning theories, the book provides a thorough exploration of the implications of development policies applied to border areas in Europe and North America.

In Border Cities and Territorial Development, readers will discover a rich toolkit of knowledge regarding the territorial development of border regions. The book not only introduces contemporary perspectives on the influence of border cities but also proposes a variety of policy development strategies aimed at enhancing their roles in regional growth. This multifaceted approach is crucial for understanding the complexities of urban and regional planning in these unique areas.

Structured into three distinct parts, the book begins with a theoretical framework that outlines the significance of border cities in planning and development. It then critiques current mainstream policies that support border regions, particularly in the EU, UK, and North America. The final section showcases a collection of case studies from various border cities across Europe and North America, authored by leading experts in the field. This comprehensive resource is invaluable for students, academics, and policymakers involved in urban and regional planning, human geography, and economic development.