regionoriented
Regionoriented is an adjective describing approaches, policies, or research that prioritize a specific geographic region as the primary unit of analysis, decision making, or action. It contrasts with nationally or globally oriented frameworks and is used across disciplines to reflect the idea that regional contexts shape outcomes in meaningful ways.
In planning, economics, and social science, regionoriented work emphasizes regional boundaries, regional identities, and cross-border or
Applications include regional development programs that aim to boost productivity and cohesion within a defined area,
Critiques note that an excessive focus on regions can overlook national or global interdependencies, risk reinforcing
See also: regionalism, regionalization, place-based policy, regional science, localization.