The Politics of Cross-Border Mobility in Southeast Asia

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Focusing on cross-border mobility, this work explores its impact on diplomatic relations and social dynamics in Southeast Asia. It provides a historical overview of bordering processes, highlighting changes in power and sovereignty from colonial to post-colonial times. The text also investigates the political, environmental, and economic factors driving current mobility, alongside government responses to various border-crossers and the resulting tensions. Ultimately, it emphasizes the importance of understanding these practices to grasp the complexities of contemporary Southeast Asia.