Front Matter; Copyright; Contents; Preface; Abbreviations; 1. The rise of regional infrastructure systems; 2. The European infrastructure system; 3. The Asian infrastructure system; 4. The African infrastructure system; 5. The Americas' infrastructure system; 6. Regional infrastructure systems: a conclusion; Index
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As the international economy globalises, there is a need for national infrastructure systems to adapt to form a global infrastructure system. This network of networks aids mobility between national systems as a means of supporting their territorial needs and preferences. This reflects a strategic approach to state infrastructuring as nations seek to utilise these physical systems to support and enhance their territoriality. Providing a thorough examination through the lens of economic infrastructure, the book addresses the forces of integration and fragmentation in global networks.