In terms of landscape and geography, Ireland South East is home to Europe's longest beaches, a number of mountain ranges (such as the Comeraghs, the Blackstairs and the Galtees) and rivers (such as the Nore, the Suir and the Barrow).

[3][4][5] The South-East is home to over 16,000 students, as the region includes the Waterford and Carlow campuses of the South East Technological University.

It is also home to global company brand names such as Glanbia; Bausch and Lomb; Red Hat; Zurich; Burnside Engineering; and Cartoon Saloon.

The region's economy is also strengthened by its good quality transport and economic infrastructure – including 2 international ports (Rosslare Europort); Waterford Airport; a modern motorway network; and close proximity to Dublin.

The Ireland South-East region has grown steadily over the past decade and has strong economic clusters in engineering, life sciences, financial services, ICT, agrifood and the creative sectors.

The region continues to score well on affordability and quality of life metrics making it an attractive place for talent and investment.

[6] Tourism in the region is aided by its rich natural, historic and archaeological sites, which attract over 1 million people annually.