The article discusses how urban studies are starting to focus more on regions due to globalization and new urbanization processes. It introduces concepts like 'city-region' and 'megaregions' to show how urban areas are crucial for the global economy. The research argues that urbanization is not just about big cities but also about smaller urban areas that are often overlooked. By looking at cities worldwide, the study suggests that urban research needs to be more inclusive and consider different regional perspectives to understand the complexities of urbanization.