REGIONAL COOPERATION OF THE VISEGRAD GROUP COUNTRIES

The book "Regional Cooperation of the Visegrad Group Countries" is an in-depth analysis of the achievements of this grouping after twenty-five years of its existence. This publication is a valuable source of knowledge for students of political science, international relations, and all those interested in the role and significance of the Visegrad Group in Central Europe.

• Comprehensive assessment of the Visegrad Group's achievements in 1991-2016.
• Multidimensional approach to political, sectoral, and civic cooperation.
• Analysis of the role of the International Visegrad Fund.
• Elaboration of issues concerning the genesis and functioning mechanisms of the Visegrad Group.
• Presentation of the goals of the Visegrad countries before and after accession to the EU and NATO.
• Development prospects of the Visegrad Group in a dynamically changing Europe.
• Addressed to a wide audience, including students and specialists.

The book covers the period from 1991, when the Visegrad Triangle was established, until 2016, when the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Visegrad Group fell. The author summarizes the cooperation, its significance and role, showing both successes and failures. The work does not focus solely on the political sphere but also describes sectoral cooperation in various fields and the civic and social dimension, largely implemented by the International Visegrad Fund.

The work elaborates on issues concerning the genesis and functioning mechanisms of the Visegrad Group, the subject of its activities and the most important topics of cooperation, the factors that influenced and influence the course and nature of cooperation, the goals that guided the Visegrad countries in the pre-accession period and after their accession to the European Union and NATO, and the development prospects of the Visegrad Group in a dynamically changing Europe. The work is addressed to a wide audience, including students of political science, international relations, international and national security, as well as political scientists and specialists in international relations.

The University of Silesia Publishing House offers readers a publication that makes a significant contribution to research on regional cooperation in Central Europe. The hardcover binding and careful edition guarantee the durability and aesthetic appearance of the book. The 177x247 mm format makes reading comfortable and enjoyable. Number of pages: 320.

This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the role and significance of the Visegrad Group in the European and global context. It is a valuable source of knowledge for both students and experienced researchers of international relations.