중동부유럽

Municipalities play a particularly important role including the creation of ap-propriate living conditions and organising the proper functioning and development of the economy. This study examines how Polish and Latvian local governments foster en-trepreneurship and the efficacy of financial and non-financial tools employed by local authorities in facilitating entrepreneurial endeavors. Analyzing data from 896 Polish mu-nicipalities and 119 Latvian units, the study identities differences in support mechanisms and their impact on entrepreneurship dynamics. The results reveal differences in support mechanisms between the two countries and their correlation with the establishment of new enterprises. The findings offer insights for policymakers to tailor strategies condu-cive to local entrepreneurship.