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Non-War Activities in Cyberspace as a Factor Driving the Process of De-Bordering
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Abstract Whereas war is the continuation of politics by other means, a new space between diplomacy and open conflict is now becoming available for state and non-state actors, tempting them with the promise of achieving a strategic advantage over an opponent without risking the escalation of the conflict to t... view more
Whereas war is the continuation of politics by other means, a new space between diplomacy and open conflict is now becoming available for state and non-state actors, tempting them with the promise of achieving a strategic advantage over an opponent without risking the escalation of the conflict to the level of kinetic aggression. From that perspective, the ongoing shift of states and societies into cyberspace is becoming extremely interesting. As it blurs national borders, it offers an excellent dimension in which to exercise non-war activities, enabling reduction of kinetic aggression in the three basic dimensions of warfare (land, air, and sea) and providing new means of reaching one’s political objectives. The aim of this article is twofold. Firstly, it discusses the changing nature of borders and examines the impact of non-war doctrine on the functions played by national borders. Secondly, it analyzes how states utilize these activities to achieve political goals and gain strategic advantage over opponents, as well as to what extent they foster de-bordering.... view less
Keywords
delimitation; Internet; peacekeeping; national border; security policy; defense policy
Classification
Interactive, electronic Media
Peace and Conflict Research, International Conflicts, Security Policy
Free Keywords
borders; cybersecurity; de-bordering; grey-zone conflict; non-war; re-bordering
Document language
English
Publication Year
2022
Page/Pages
p. 293-302
Journal
Politics and Governance, 10 (2022) 2
Issue topic
Re-Visioning Borders: Europe and Beyond
ISSN
2183-2463
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed