Euroostisia

Euroostisia is a term used to describe the eastern regions of Europe, generally encompassing countries that lie east of Central Europe and west of the Ural Mountains. This broad geographical and cultural designation is not a precisely defined political or administrative entity but rather a conceptual grouping of nations sharing certain historical, cultural, and geographical characteristics.

The countries typically included in Euroostisia vary depending on the context, but often comprise the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania), Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova, Ukraine, Belarus, and the European part of Russia. Some definitions might also extend to include Balkan countries not typically considered part of Southeastern Europe. The region's history is marked by periods of imperial rule, significant geopolitical shifts, and diverse cultural influences, including Slavic, Germanic, Baltic, Finnic, and Turkic traditions.

Economically and politically, Euroostisia presents a diverse landscape. Many countries within this region have transitioned from communist or post-communist systems to market economies and have pursued integration with Western European institutions like the European Union and NATO. However, significant disparities in economic development, political stability, and cultural identity persist across the various nations. The term itself is less formal than established geopolitical regions and is often employed in discussions related to cultural exchange, historical analysis, and comparative studies of Eastern European development.