Regional Studies Association Global Conference 2012 – Sustaining Regional Futures

Helyszín: Peking, Kína

 

As the learned society concerned with the analysis of regions and sub-national issues, the Regional Studies Association promotes interest and research on regional economies throughout the world. The application and dissemination of the results of this research in different contexts are important elements in our aims and objectives. Through our International membership we provide an authoritative voice of, and network for, academics, students, practitioners, policy makers and interested lay people in the field of regional studies. This conference truly reflects the global nature of the Association, therefore, by offering the opportunity for presentation, discussion and debate on topics in regional studies, which are of interest across the world.

 

For the first time, the Regional Studies Association annual conference is being held outside Europe and is being organised with our partner, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, around the theme of ‘Sustaining Regional Futures’. Over the last 30 years, China has been one of the fastest growing economies in the world and that growth has been sustained over a long period. Along with rapid expansion in other countries beyond Europe and North America, this is having significant impacts on many aspects of global economic sustainability but also within China itself. As we have seen during periods of expansion in more developed countries, the changes since 1980 have led to strong regional imbalances as the natural environment and economic foundations already vary so much across the country. In such a large territory, diverging rates of development exist not only between provinces but also between areas within provinces. As well as the plenary sessions at the Beijing conference, where keynote speakers will address some of the biggest issues facing regions and sub-national areas around the world in this new era, gateways are being organised on the causes and implications of these different patterns of regional development.

 

The deadline for submissions of abstracts is 10th February 2012. Please note this event is inclusive and YOUR ABSTRACT WILL BE ACCEPTED (subject to quality and relevant criteria) however, you must REGISTER AND PAY in order to submit your abstract.

 

 

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http://www.regionalstudies.org/