Subnational Governments: Subnational governments refer to any level of government below the national (central) level, including regional, state, provincial, or local governments.
Autonomy: Autonomy refers to having independence or self-governance. Regional governments often seek autonomy to make decisions that best suit their particular needs.
Intergovernmental Relations: Intergovernmental relations refer to interactions between different levels of government, such as the central government and regional governments, involving cooperation, negotiation, and decision-making.