Analysis of European Union’s interactions with authorities of regions in its neighbourhood Order details: PhD-level case-study of 15 pages. Rich in references to the literature as well as documents relevant to the subject. The paper content includes the following elements. – Empirical evidence of EU direct interaction with non-EU regions in its neighbourhood (regional authorities in Ukraine, Georgia, North Africa, Middle East) – Which (legal) framework governs/legitimizes EU interactions with regional and local authorities in foreign states in its neighbourhood? Provisions of EU treaties, EU strategy and policy documents. – What are the criteria for the EU to engage with sub-state entities in its neighbourhood? – Is there any distinct/separate EU approach toward sub-state actors or are they engaged within the framework of EU’s bilateral relations with a state? – Which foreign policy instruments are used in engaging with foreign sub-state entities? – Which EU institutions are mostly involved when it comes to interaction with non-EU regions (European Commission (various DGs), Council, European Parliament)