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It is dangerous to draw too many conclusions about the form & function of state borders in the early twenty-first century. Marked regional differences are developing &, with a few exceptions such as Europe, there is scarcity of empirical evidence about the changes taking place. Some trends, however, seem clear. There are likely to be more states & more land & maritime boundaries in the future, & states will continue to regard the establishment & protection of their territorial limits as a priority. As the power & influence of states seem to diminish in response to globalization, the reassertion of territoriality by governments is both legitimate & is often popular with the people. While many boundaries will become more permeable, some will remain as significant barriers to people & goods, although not to ideas & information on the Internet. Attention is drawn to the emerging political & economic blocs that may create striking regional contrasts in boundary form & function by midcentury. 3 Tables, 3 Figures, 23 References. Adapted from the source document.

"First published in 1987, Maritime Boundaries and Ocean Resources is a collection of essays which examines the political jurisdiction of ocean boundaries and the affects that this has on the worlds oceans. It examines how the intensification of ocean use has raised questions of how rational planning, and the management of the oceans can avoid increasingly environmental damage and sea use conflict and examines the ocean as a tool for space, trade and communication. It also addresses the creation of integrated regional planning for ocean management. "--Provided by publisher.