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Abstract A paradox is central to the nature of political boundaries in Africa: there is widespread agreement that the boundaries are arbitrary, yet the vast majority of them have remained virtually untouched since the late 1800s, when they were first demarcated. This article argues that, contrary to current theories, the present boundary system represents a rational response by both the colonialists and the present-day African leaders to the constraints imposed by the demographic and ethnographic structure of the continent. Using this framework of analysis, the article examines the institutions that formulated the decision-making rules for the creation and maintenance of boundaries in Africa, discusses the conditions under which cooperation among states has occurred, and explores the prospects for future changes in the borders of African states. Journal Information International Organization is a leading peer-reviewed journal that covers the entire field of international affairs. 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Borders encompass the territoriality necessary to the concept of the "state." They provide a key element in the structure of the global system—mapping the number and arrangement of the territorial units upon which all humans live. Thus, borders are central to a spatial approach to international politics, by setting out the location and arrangement of states, and their distances from one another. Borders both facilitate and constrain human interaction in conflict and trade, in war and in peace. Journal Information The SAIS Review is dedicated to advancing the debate on leading contemporary issues of world affairs. The SAIS Review publishes essays that straddle the boundary between scholarly inquiry and practical experience in its search to bring a fresh and policy-focused perspective to global political, economic, and security questions. 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HFS clients enjoy state-of-the-art warehousing, real-time access to critical business data, accounts receivable management and collection, and unparalleled customer service. Rights & Usage This item is part of a JSTOR Collection. In what way did the physical geography of the Caucasus region contribute to the pattern described in the excerpt?In what way did the physical geography of the Caucasus region contribute to the pattern described in the excerpt? A tropical climate attracted many immigrants to the region. Mountains isolated many groups that migrated to the region. Dense forest served as a barrier to migration across the region.
How would this barrier affect the climate on the leeward side?How would they s barrier affect the climate on the leeward side? The temperatures would be warm and the amount of precipitation low.
Why did many cities expand in size during the early twentieth century?40 Why did many cities expand in size during the early twentieth century? F Government projects made port cities accessible to large ships. G Recent advances in transportation allowed people to travel greater distances to work.
Which geographic pattern emerged in South Asia because of the events detailed in the excerpt above?Which geographic pattern emerged in South Asia because of the events detailed in the Excerpt? New political borders were created to divide ethnic groups in the region.
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