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New geography in old territories: a multivariate approach based on Portuguese regions

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  • Conceição Rego
  • Isabel Joaquina Ramos
  • Maria Raquel Lucas
  • Maria da Saudade Baltazar
  • Andreia Dionísio

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This paper studies the strongly asymmetrical distribution of the population, quality of life and economic development in Portugal. It identifies homogeneous areas supported by an analysis of competitiveness, cohesion and environmental quality dimensions. Drawing on a multivariate approach, its findings reveal differences in terms of development across the country. The study identified groups of regions with common characteristics that go beyond the standard north–south or coastal–inland distinctions. Metropolitan areas and export-oriented regions are clearly distinguishable from the remainder of the country. Economic agglomeration indicators, as gross domestic product per capita, population density, resident foreign population and youth index, among others, are those that reveal greater diversity across the country.

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  • Conceição Rego & Isabel Joaquina Ramos & Maria Raquel Lucas & Maria da Saudade Baltazar & Andreia Dionísio, 2021. "New geography in old territories: a multivariate approach based on Portuguese regions," Regional Studies, Regional Science, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 8(1), pages 25-50, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rsrsxx:v:8:y:2021:i:1:p:25-50
    DOI: 10.1080/21681376.2020.1860807
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    1. Teresa SEQUEIRA & Herminia GONCALVES & Bruno SANTOS FRANCISCO & Antonio PIRRA & Veronika JOUKES, 2023. "Well-Being And Quality Of Life: Different Perspectives In Rural And Peri-Urban Areas In The North Of Portugal," Regional Science Inquiry, Hellenic Association of Regional Scientists, vol. 0(1), pages 13-28, June.

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