Such a « proliferation » of regional (and almost pan-regional) frameworks for cooperation should create a strong incentive to facilitate « exchanges » across borders.
Regional construction tends to modify the nature of borders, from absolute sovereign lines of division to logistical transport passage-points, controlled but open, sensitive but necessary.
The Conference will diversify the approach of CROSS-BORDER EXCHANGES : Eurasian perspectives into the four sub-sessions detailed in the preliminary programme, focusing on 1) political, 2) economic, 3) cultural and 4) security issues.
