Routledge Regional Development and Planning for the 21st Century - Routledge

Regional Development and Planning for the 21st Century: New Priorities, New Philosophies explores the transformation of regional planning in the modern era. Originally published in 1998, this Routledge Revival examines how traditional local and regional planning initiatives have evolved within changing national contexts. The book addresses the decline of bi-polar political structures, the tension between political decentralization and economic centralization driven by multinational corporations, and the devolution of planning powers from central authorities to regions and localities. A comprehensive analysis of how sustainable development concepts have risen to prominence in planning philosophy, this volume provides essential perspectives on reshaping regional strategies for contemporary challenges. Ideal for academics, planners, and policy professionals seeking to understand the philosophical and practical shifts that have defined regional development thinking.