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“Inclusionary functions of boundaries are becoming more relevant in an era of transboundary environmental governance, yet exclusionary politics dominate their actual enforcement.” Discuss.

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Boundaries traditionally acted as exclusive zones of sovereign control, but in the age of climate change, environmental degradation and resource scarcity, their inclusionary functions — cooperation, shared governance and collective stewardship — have gained importance. However, realpolitik, nationalism and border securitisation often undermine this spirit, creating a paradox between environmental interdependence and political exclusivity. The…

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  • Understanding the Paradox
  • Case Study 1: South Asia — A Region of Ecological Unity, Political Division
  • Case Study 2: Africa — Environmental Commons Divided by Postcolonial Borders
  • Why Exclusionary Enforcement Wins in Practice
  • The Path From Barriers to Bridges
  • Conclusion
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