Wybrane aspekty bezpieczeństwa na granicy hiszpańsko-marokańskiej – przypadek Ceuty i Melilli

• Authors: Wojciech Kotowicz

Abstracts

EN

The Spanish-Moroccan border in Ceuta and Melilla is one of the most complex border regions in the world, where historical, political, socio-economic, and migratory issues converge. This article analyzes the main security challenges arising from the location of these enclaves and their impact on international relations between Spain and Morocco. The research hypothesis posits that the primary security problems stem from the unique status of Ceuta and Melilla as enclaves, leading to specific migratory and political challenges. The article employs systemic and historical methods to analyze these challenges. It is confirmed that the unique geographical and historical position of Ceuta and Melilla is the source of specific security challenges, requiring coordinated and multifaceted management approaches. The article emphasizes the need for international cooperation and consideration of local and global aspects to ensure stability and security in the region.

Keywords

EN

Ceuta; Melilla; enclaves; Spanish-Morocan Border

• Publisher: Wydawnictwo Adam Marszałek
• Journal: Krakowskie Studia Małopolskie
• Year: 2024
• Volume: 4(44)
• Pages: 72-83

Dates

published

2024

Contributors

author

Wojciech Kotowicz

• Uniwersytet Warmińsko-Mazurski w Olsztynie

• https://orcid.org/0000000253092848

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Identifiers

DOI

10.15804/ksm20240404

Biblioteka Nauki

56884588