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region

"The concept of region is a multi-dimensional one which may refer to:

• a geographical area which has a strong natural identity and homogeneity (for instance mountain or coastal region);
• a territory with a significant economic identity or homogeneity (for instance a space which is polarised around a metropolitan area, an area characterises by specific activities such as manufacturing industries);
• a political-administrative unit governed by an elected regional assembly or administered by representatives of the national administration;
• a territory with a particular cultural identity and history (regional language and culture etc.)."

CEMAT Glossary of key expressions used in spatial development policies in Europe; 14 CEMAT (2006) 6, Strasbourg 24 January 2007, p. 13

CEMAT Glossary Jan 24th 2007.pdf

http://www.coe.int

  Germany -> Region
  Norway -> Fylke
  Belarus -> Регион (планировочный регион, регион, в котором сосредоточены трудовые ресурсы)
  Estonia -> piirkond
  Finland -> Maakunta
  Poland -> Region
  Latvia -> reģions