Cross-Border Cooperation and Transformation of Regional Identities in the Ukrainian–Russian Borderlands: Towards a Euroregion “Slobozhanshchyna”? Part 2*

2004 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 497-514 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tatiana Zhurzhenko
Keyword(s):  
Border Region ◽  
The Other ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Symbolic Resources ◽  
Cultural Specificity ◽  
The Cross ◽  
Administrative Units ◽  
Cross Border Cooperation

Let us now have a closer look at the Kharkiv-Belgorod (potential) cross-border region as a case study of Ukrainian-Russian cross-border cooperation. Not only is the case of Kharkiv-Belgorod special because of the historical and cultural specificity of the region, which provides additional symbolic resources for its “reinvention” as a borderland (this will be discussed in the last section of the paper); it also represents an interesting combination of (remaining) cultural closeness and (growing) social and economic differences between the two bordering territories; significantly, these two administrative units became the initiators of the cross-border cooperation between Ukraine and Russia and see themselves as pioneers whose experience can be used for the other parts of the border.

scholarly journals Improving Coherence in a Cross-Border Public Transport System: Lessons from the Greater Copenhagen Region

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (15) ◽  
pp. 6208
Author(s):  
Jean Ryan ◽  
Anders Wretstrand
Keyword(s):  
Transport System ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Border Region ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Public Transport System ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Organizational Issues ◽  
The Cross ◽  
Cross Border Cooperation

Greater Copenhagen is often cited as a good example of cross-border cooperation. Shared historical contexts and socio-political willingness have meant that considerable resources have been invested into the development of infrastructure in this region. The Öresund fixed link constitutes the most important element of this infrastructure, facilitating a cross-border public transport system which ties the region together. This public transport system in turn underpins the social, economic and environmental sustainability of the cross-border region. The aim of this study is to investigate the issues at play with respect to improving the coherence of this cross-border public transport system, in relation to ticketing and public transport information in particular. This study comprises the compilation and analysis of the perspectives of the actors involved in and affected by the development of the cross-border transport system. In total, twelve semi-structured interviews were conducted. Six predominant themes emerged from the analysis of the empirical material: “Focus on the customer”, “The Other Side”, “Tidying up at home first”, “Political challenges”, “Back to basics” and “The low-hanging fruits”. It became apparent that the prioritization of internal and organizational issues in the first instance could mean compromises, not only for cross-border cooperation but also for the customer’s (the passenger’s) experience. Results suggest that improvements to coherence in this transport system will most likely take the form of incremental changes and adopting common standards. This is opposed to the development of common systems, or of a significant departure from existing systems.

scholarly journals Why Do Czech Customers Come to Upper Palatinate? Motives, Sales Volume, and the Importance of Distance: A Case Study of Shopping in Bavaria

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. 3836
Author(s):  
Matthias Segerer ◽  
Dita Hommerová ◽  
Karel Šrédl
Keyword(s):  
Border Region ◽  
Shopping Behavior ◽  
Frequency Function ◽  
Grocery Stores ◽  
Linear Potential ◽  
Point Of Sale ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
The Cross ◽  
Potential Methods

This case study investigates the cross-border shopping behavior and potential of Czech customers in Upper Palatinate (Bavaria). Based on a point of sale survey (POS) and two household surveys with more than 500 participants, the expenditures of Czech customers in the retail market in Upper Palatinate are estimated using linear potential methods. Using a logit model, the study also attempts to identify the main drivers of cross-border shopping, aiming at increasing its intensity and thus furthering the development of the cross-border region. The distance from the place of residence to the border is the strongest influencing variable, but demographic characteristics also impact the decision to go shopping in Bavaria. Finally, specific activities within the categories of “welcome culture” and “marketing and communication” aimed at promoting the cross-border shopping of Czech customers in Upper Palatinate are proposed. Local retailers should especially benefit from the frequency function of grocery stores as well as develop combination offers, e.g., with tourist facilities, following sustainable development trends.

scholarly journals Cross-border Inter-Adriatic Cooperation: A Case Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 103-117
Author(s):  
Emilia Sarno
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Adriatic Sea ◽  
Italian Region ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Legislative Framework ◽  
The Cross ◽  
The Right ◽  
Cross Border Cooperation

Abstract The paper highlights the cultural and legislative framework which favours the cross-border cooperation between the countries on the shores of the Adriatic Sea. It looks at the importance of geographical and socio-economic proximity and analyses the formation of the Adriatic-Ionian Euro-region. This context is useful for the development of those territories, considered marginal, which can renew their economies through cooperation. As a case study, what is analysed is the possible cross-border relations between the Italian region Molise and Montenegro. The two territories have several elements in common and can use cooperation as a means of renewing their economy. Furthermore, the crossborder cooperation is the right strategy to modernise the agricultural sector and strengthen the tourism. For this reason, the paper aims to highlight how the cooperation is the lens through which we can identify the territorial potential which, when amplified through comparison, will emerge more clearly.

scholarly journals The development of a Russian-Polish cross-border region: the role of the Kaliningrad agglomeration and the Tri-City (Gdansk—Gdynia—Sopot)

Baltic Region ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 6-19
Author(s):  
Tadeusz Palmowski ◽  
Gennady M. Fedorov
Keyword(s):  
Immanuel Kant ◽  
Economic Benefits ◽  
Border Region ◽  
The West ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Administrative Units ◽  
The University ◽  
Geographical Economic ◽  
Cross Border Cooperation

Until 1991 ties between entities located on either side of the Russian-Polish border were virtually non-existent. There were, however, favourable physical, geographical, economic, social, and ekistical conditions for the development of a cross-border region. Since the early 1990s, cooperation between administrative units and municipalities, businesses, and non-governmental organisations has been developing on an institutional basis. Euroregions and cross-border cooperation programmes have become major contributors to cross-border region-building. On either side of the border, there are socio-economic nodes between which axes of cross-border interaction are emerging. The most powerful axis is the Tri-City (Gdansk-Gdynia-Sopot) — the Kaliningrad agglomeration. A systemic approach is used to analyse a variety of relationships, reflected in a map showing the diversity of geographical areas of cooperation. The University of Gdansk and the Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University are playing an important role in the development of Russian—Polish relations. Although the intensity of cross-border ties has decreased in recent years amid tensions between Russia and the West, there is hope that bilateral socio-economic benefits will encourage the restoration and development of collaborations and the Russian—Polish cross-border region will continue to evolve.

LEGAL AND INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK FOR INTERNATIONAL AND CROSS-BORDER CO-OPERATION OF GARDA SÍOCHÁNA NA HÉIREANN — CASE STUDY

2021 ◽  
Vol 141 (1) ◽  
pp. 164-174
Author(s):  
IZABELA JANKOWSKA-PROCHOT
Keyword(s):  
Northern Ireland ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Practical Aspect ◽  
Border Region ◽  
Security Assurance ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Working Together ◽  
Legal Character ◽  
Cross Border Cooperation

The main part of the article is the study on the legal character of the South Irish Police cross-border cooperation. The analysis includes the verifi cation of the normative basics that facilitate security assurance in the cross-border region. The aim of this article is also to present the evolution of the practical aspect of police cooperation between Garda Síochána na hÉireann and the Northern Ireland Police Service. First, it shows the legal bases for such cooperation and then the existing experience of the police and criminal justice system. The author also points out procedural consequences of working together to prevent and combat crime.

Shared Identities through Cross-Border Cultural Tourism

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lee Jolliffe
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Tourism ◽  
Border Region ◽  
The Other ◽  
Border Crossings ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
The Us ◽  
The Cross

The cross-border partnership of international parks along the US-Canada border is an example of the kind of collaboration that is required for binational heritage initiatives. This chapter extends previous research that has focused on various aspects of border tourism by studying cultural tourism and identity in a specific cross-border region. Such regions often have similar cultures and heritages, yet the nature of border crossings and regulations can often inhibit joint initiatives. Partnerships, on the other hand, can be aimed at breaking down these barriers.

scholarly journals FORMATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF INNOVATION POLICY OF CROSS-BORDER REGIONS

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 108-115
Author(s):  
Oksana Kopylyuk ◽  
Julia Tymchyshyn ◽  
Oleksandra Muzychka
Keyword(s):  
Venture Capital ◽  
Innovation Policy ◽  
Border Region ◽  
Stages Of Development ◽  
Border Regions ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Innovation Potential ◽  
The Cross ◽  
Start Ups ◽  
Cross Border Cooperation

The subject of the research is theoretical, methodological and applied bases of formation and realization of innovative policy of cross-border regions. The following methods were used: analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction (to reveal the essence and characteristic types of innovation policy of cross-border regions), generalization, comparison, grouping (to study the condition and innovation potential of the EU countries and Ukraine), strategic analysis (to develop the basic principles of innovation policy of cross-border regions), and others. The purpose of the article is to reveal the essence, the order of development and instruments of implementation of innovation policy of cross-border region development, as well as systematization of types and justification of approaches to the definition of innovation potential of the cross-border region. Results. The essence, the basic stages of development of innovative policy of the cross-border region were revealed. It was proved that such policy is formed taking into account the innovation component and overcoming the barrier function of the border and the interaction of border territories of 2 or more countries in the implementation of innovations. To create a high degree of interaction in innovation, it is necessary to ensure the development, implementation and realization of innovation on the basis of joint institutional, scientific, educational, financial and resource potentials. The main stages of development of an innovation policy of the cross-border region, in particular: 1) analysis of innovation potential, 2) substantiation of the process of creating a regional innovation system and its management, 3) development of a joint vision, 4) identification of priorities, 5) development of a plan of action with a narrow set of policies, 6) monitoring and evaluation. It characterizes the types of inclusive innovation policy of the cross-border region on the basis of territorial, production and social inclusiveness. It is proved that the innovation policy of a cross-border region provides its innovation functionality, cross-border critical mass and cross-border cooperation. It is reasonable to measure cross-border interactions using quantitative indicators, such as co-financing of innovation, venture capital volumes for innovative start-ups, co-patents, volumes of innovation cooperation, joint publications, mobility of highly qualified personnel to the total number of interactions. The modern financial toolkit for the implementation of cross-border cooperation on an innovative basis is characterized and the practical importance and area of use of the latest financing tools, such as: "Pathfinder", "Accelerator", "Transition", crowdfunding, crowdlending, venture capital, etc. The parameters of identification of the cross-border territory as an innovative region were defined, namely: 1) a developed system of research organizations and educational institutions, 2) a common program for the production of innovative products and technologies, 3) the formation of cross-border business innovation, 4) the use of modern funding tools, 5) achieving cross-border interaction and mutual benefit, 6) the creation of cross-border technology parks and technology incubators, innovative cross-border start-ups, cross-border clusters and growth poles. It is analytically confirmed that in order to create a multifunctional innovative cross-border region it is necessary to enhance the intensity of innovative activity.

scholarly journals Theoretical Aspects and Features of the Cross-Border Region Functioning

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (514) ◽  
pp. 6-12
Author(s):  
M. M. Yankiv ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Geographical Location ◽  
Border Region ◽  
Border Regions ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
The Cross ◽  
Characteristic Features ◽  
Methodological Principles ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
New Criterion ◽  
Cross Border Cooperation

The article is aimed at more profound elaborating the theoretical and methodological principles while improving the content of the concept of «cross-border region», singling out its characteristic features, and carrying out a systematization. Taking into account the review of the existing scientific works, the author’s own approach to the interpretation of definition of «cross-border region» is proposed. As a result of research, the principles of functioning of the cross-border region are substantiated, i. e.: subsidiarity, vertical and horizontal partnership, aggregate of the development programs and concepts, institutionalization of structures at local and regional levels, co-financing, systemacity, bi- and multipolarity, proportionality. The author brings in proposals for classification of cross-border regions by introducing a number of new criterion features, such as: scale, development and degree of cross-border cooperation; integration type; geographical location; homogeneity (uniformity); level of development and support in the EU’s structural policy; natural features; implementation mechanism; instruments and forms of implementation. This approach allowed to identify cross-border regions as follows: identical, homogenic and with no affinity; peripheral and underdeveloped; leaders; initiators of cross-border cooperation; functional. Prospects for further developments in this direction are the study of the latest organizational forms of cross-border cooperation and substantiation of the methodological approaches to evaluating the degree of integration and interpenetration in the cross-border region.

Exploring Subbordia – the impact of suburbanisation in cross-border metropolitan regions. The case study of Szczecin and its German hinterland

2018 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Barthel ◽  
Ewelina Barthel
Keyword(s):  
Border Region ◽  
Metropolitan Region ◽  
Metropolitan Regions ◽  
Grass Roots ◽  
Planning Support ◽  
Cross Border ◽  
Connected Area ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Local Narratives

Abstract This paper focuses on the largely unexamined phenomenon of the developing trans-national suburban area west of Szczecin. Sadly the local communities in this functionally connected area struggle with national planning policies that are unsuitable for the region. The paper examines the impact of those processes on the border region in general and on the localities in particular. The paper investigates the consequences for local narratives and the cohesive development of the Euroregion and what position Polish and German communities took to develop the region, even without the necessary planning support. The region has succeeded in establishing grass-roots planning mechanisms which have helped to create a metropolitan-region working from the bottom up.

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