New Atlas Examines Global Borders Through 70 Maps and Geopolitical Analysis

A new publication titled 'Atlas of Borders. Walls, Migrations and Conflict in 70 Maps' explores contemporary border issues through cartographic analysis. The book is authored by Delphine Papin, head of infography and cartography at Le Monde, and Bruno Tertrais, deputy director of the Foundation for Strategic Research, with maps created by cartographer Xemartin Laborde. The work examines how borders are shaped by historical legacies, modern conflicts, and global challenges including migration, climate change, and resource disputes. It presents case studies ranging from maritime boundaries to territorial conflicts in regions like Nagorno-Karabakh, Western Sahara, and Essequibo. The authors argue that understanding border dynamics is increasingly relevant in a world where both border fortification and calls for open movement coexist.