A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF RESEARCH ON REGIONAL DISPARITIES IN ECONOMICS

Abstract

Regional disparities represent one of the most persistent challenges in economic development, reflecting uneven growth, income distribution, and opportunities across different territories. The paper identifies the current state of knowledge regarding the research conducted to date on regional disparities. For this analysis, we referred to the information provided by WoS (Web of Science), and the data were processed using VOSviewer. The analysis contributes to a deeper understanding of how the topic of regional disparities has been approached over time, by identifying the main areas of interest, academic collaborations, but also emerging directions on the topic studied. This paper offers a cohesive view of the primary research trajectories, highlighting collaboration networks and contemporary issues within the field. The findings aid in forming a clear understanding of scientific advancements and in directing future research efforts.