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The 7th conference of the International Boundaries Research Unit at
Durham University, entitled 'Border Management in an Insecure World',
will be held from 5-7 April 2006.
Much has been written in recent years about the value of 'soft' borders
in maintaining good relations between neighbouring states and creating
borderland prosperity. However, the reality in many parts of the world
is that borders are hardening rather than softening as states seek to
protect their populations from perceived external threats. The aim of
this conference will be to examine the implications of the re-emergence
of security as a key dimension of boundary management. Can borders
actually be made secure in the 21st century? If so, what are the
political, economic and social consequences, especially for border
regions? What border management strategies are available and how are
they working in practice? And how can scholars assist practitioners in
finding solutions to complex border management challenges?
The call for papers is now available via the conference web site at
http://www-ibru.dur.ac.uk/conferences/bmiw Potential speakers are
advised to refer to the suggested themes but, in summary, an abstract of
not more than 300 words should reach IBRU by Friday 14 October,
addressed as follows:
Ms Michelle Speak, Director of External Relations, International
Boundaries Research Unit (IBRU), Durham University, Geography
Department, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE
United Kingdom Tel: +44 191 334 1965 Fax: +44 191 334 1962 E-mail:
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IBRU aims to acknowledge all abstract submissions within 2 working days
and to give a formal response not later than Friday 18 November.
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