Research of Interregionalism as a New Topic for International Relations

The purpose of this article is to provide basic an empirical research framework for the new phenomena of interregionalism. First, the paper explores the history of regional integration and cooperation, and the subsequent emergence of interregional relations. The second part outlines the main theoretical concepts of this research as region, interregional relations, its structure and system. Furthermore, it explores the main incentives and impetus for regions to take part in interregional cooperation. The last section offers essential theoretical explanations, particularly within the field of international political economy.