This analysis unveils the interconnectedness of state power and mobility dynamics in Greek-Turkish borderlands, suggesting broader implications for border studies.
Key Points
This paper aims to explore the relationship between migration, state power, and bordering practices in the Greek-Turkish border context.
Utilized a comprehensive mobility lens to assess cross-border interactions.
Employed a topological approach to analyze state power in relation to borderwork.
Focused on empirical evidence from the Greek-Turkish borderlands, specifically the Thracian area.
Demonstrated that borderwork significantly impacts the understanding of state power in postimperial contexts.
Highlighted the interplay of political, economic, and social dimensions in shaping cross-border mobilities.
Revealed that the regime of bordering operates as a relational force, influencing transnational spaces.