Between policy and perception: Stakeholder views on addressing territorial inequality in Europe

The research underscores the necessity of adopting place-sensitive, context-specific approaches to address territorial inequalities. It highlights the need to address demographic challenges, geographic isolation, and inequitable funding mechanisms, particularly in underserved regions. Aligning policy interventions with the diverse and context-dependent challenges faced by "left-behind" areas is essential for the effective mitigation of territorial disparities.