Global financial, resource, societal, and climate crises require a new, human-centered, and appreciative form of economy. This book presents and redefines an emerging economic model shaped by regionalization: regional economy. It has the potential to awaken and harness the strength of regions to enhance value creation and improve their vitality, diversity, and quality of life. The authors provide a multifaceted account of the background, international practices, and strategies for leveraging regional economies, which foster local economic prosperity and enrich the overall culture of life. For the first time, international approaches and strategies from experts in various fields, based on years of practical experience, are presented.