Poles of Competitiveness Policy of the European Union Member States.

Both at micro, meso, macro or megaeconomic intensity of competition coupled with the phenomena of globalisation of economy, fast technological changes, especially of computers and telecommunications, prograssive liberalisation of international trade are key elements that influence competitiveness on all levels. The complex determinants of competitiveness refers to: exploatation of creative and innovative potential of regional/territorial/national, making connections to regional/territorial by stimulating the clusters/competitive clusters, national and cultural heritage, using innovative research potential. Competitive clusters shaping new roles to local authorities and governments because they represent the most effective way for a convergence between the companies, government agencies, educational institutions such as universities or academies, research centers and public authorities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]