Trajectories and problems of the current spatial development of Russia’s European Near North regions

A multiscale approach reveals significant socioeconomic contrasts within Russia's European Near North region, highlighting the complex interplay between urban centers and peripheral areas. The study identifies pronounced trends of developed area compression and degraded living conditions post-Soviet era, alongside shifts in agricultural land use towards animal husbandry. Analyzing population changes (1990–2022), migration patterns, employment dynamics, and infrastructure development, it underscores the growing patchwork nature of farming and the varying impact of regional centers on surrounding territories. These findings provide critical insights for refining national and regional spatial development strategies.

Nefedova, T. G. (2024). Trajectories and problems of the current spatial development of Russia’s European Near North regions. Baltic Region, 16(3), 42–61. https://doi.org/10.5922/2079-8555-2024-3-3