Implications of the unresolved segment in Noel Besi-Citrana, land borders of Indonesia-Timor Leste, for territorial resilience

A state border constitutes proof of state sovereignty and, accordingly, is considered imperative as it affirms sovereignty boundaries and represents the international interest of a country. A border is an important and strategic area. It is strategic because, geographically speaking, a border area is blessed with natural resource potencies and market chances by virtue of its adjacency to neighboring countries. It is important in that it is in relation to the aspects of state sovereignty, defense and security, nationalism, society, economy, and culture. The research is aimed at analyzing the implications of the unresolved segment in Noel Besi-Citrana, land borders of Indonesia-Timor Leste, for territorial resilience. A qualitative method with a case study approach was used. Results demonstrated that the unresolved segment in Noel Besi-Citrana, land border areas of Indonesia-Timor Leste, attenuated border area resilience. © 2024 Malque Publishing. All rights reserved.