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Transformation and Differentiation of Spatial Development of Belgorod, Voronezh, and Kursk Oblasts in 2010–2021

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  • N. V. Chugunova

    (Belgorod State National Research University)

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The aim of the study is to analyze the spatial transformation and differentiation of socioeconomic development of the regions bordering Ukraine as part of the Central Chernozem Economic Area and their regional metropolises. The research results confirmed two types of structures of regional settlement systems in border areas: the Belgorod structure— dual-core and monocentric Voronezh and Kursk; they have different features of reducing nonmetropolitan settlement systems and different vectors of development of municipalities located along the state border with Ukraine. The dynamics of economic modernization of the regions since 2010 indicate significant transformation and differentiation, a change in leader, and the sustainable nature of divergence processes of the regional development. It was revealed that in 2020, the highest rates of economic transformation were achieved by Voronezh oblast, the first signs of stagnation of economic growth were established in Belgorod oblast, where a reduction in investment, a change in the geopolitical situation in 2022, and border location may lead to a decrease in the investment attractiveness of large businesses, a further a drop in the rate of economic growth, and the emergence of instability. It has been established that the shares of metropolises in the socioeconomic development of the regions are declining and a new trend of de-monocentricity is emerging. A retrospective analysis of the population increase/decrease rate revealed a persistent trend of population concentration in suburban areas of metropolises versus a continuing population decrease in the interiors of the regions. The territories bordering Ukraine are characterized by different vectors of ekistical and demographic transformation. The study made it possible to find out trends towards uneven spatial development, polarization in the development of regional metropolises and nonmetropolitan and border areas, and attraction of the population to regional capitals and suburban areas. The methodology for studying the spatial development of regions and regional metropolises makes it possible to monitor their transformation, identify priority problems, and make effective administrative decisions.

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  • N. V. Chugunova, 2024. "Transformation and Differentiation of Spatial Development of Belgorod, Voronezh, and Kursk Oblasts in 2010–2021," Regional Research of Russia, Springer, vol. 14(2), pages 280-287, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:rrorus:v:14:y:2024:i:2:d:10.1134_s2079970524600033
    DOI: 10.1134/S2079970524600033
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    1. N. V. Chugunova & N. V. Likhnevskaya, 2019. "Spatial Differentiation of the Standard of Living in the Population as a Representation of Disproportions in Socioeconomic Development: A Case Study of Belgorod Oblast," Regional Research of Russia, Springer, vol. 9(3), pages 267-277, July.
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