Development of a new economic map of Kharkiv region for recovery and sustainable development planning of the region

Abstract

The purpose of the article presents the results of a study on the theoretical foundations of economic cartography and the classification system of economic maps. It has been established that such maps are an essential tool for visually representing economic activities, the spatial organization of both production and non-production sectors, resource potential, and economic interconnections. The classification includes categorization by content, scale, purpose, and method of information representation. Special attention is given to complex maps that integrate sectoral and spatial characteristics.

The main material. The study also analyzes the socio-economic potential of Kharkiv region in the face of current challenges. Although the region remains one of Ukraine’s key industrial, agricultural, and scientific centers, its economy has undergone significant transformations due to the war. The article outlines the major wartime issues, including infrastructure destruction, demographic decline, disruption of logistics routes, stagnation of investments, energy supply problems, and the restructuring of the agricultural sector. Statistical data and analytical assessments formed the basis for developing a new economic map of Kharkiv region.

Conclusions and further research. During the map creation process, sequential stages and digital methods were defined: setting the objective, selecting the topic, choosing information sources, processing statistical data, constructing the thematic model, visualizing economic content, and final layout and editing. Each stage was implemented with consideration of scale, readability, accuracy, and practical applicability for use in educational and analytical contexts.