The role of network clusters in the development of innovative economics of the European regions

Abstract

Intensification of the problems of global unsteadiness at the beginning of the XXI century calls for the development of innovative forms of cross-border cooperation in the framework of the European regions. In the article it is stated that cross-border cluster unities in accordance with the worldwide experience become new forms of innovative development of the European regions with the involvement of Ukraine. The essence and inner interrelations of cross-border network cluster is investigated as the growth factor of the European region competitiveness under the conditions of intensifying the integration processes and the necessity of enhancement of the role of periphery regions’ economy in the framework of cross-border cooperation. The theory and methodology of the cross-border network clusters formation are systematized in the article. Within the context of European Union regional politics the strategic priorities of the spatial development of the European regions are stated on the basis of self-organization of “hybrid” network quasi integration institutions. Their role in the competitive recovery of the European regions in the light of Ukrainian perspectives of joining European Union is investigated.