ABSTRACT
This chapter offers the definition of post-geopolitics of space and times. Indeed, the concept of anti-geopolitics reveals the spatial and temporal dimension of the marginalised political actors and it is the very first step to sound the voices of the peoples on the grounds that they are more theoretically heard when Thai–Lao relations are discussed. With the concept of anti-geopolitics, there is a stark separation of the people who oppress others and those who are marginalised. However, this book argues that very often the ways in which space and time are practised by the elites are embraced by the marginalised people as well. The concept of post-geopolitics is therefore proposed. This chapter moreover discusses the literature on Borderland Studies and the concept of the Third Space of Nail (2016) is introduced. Third spaces exist where boundaries are drawn. These boundaries, while separating two state spaces, can also bridge them. Therefore, the borderland becomes a space of its own. In terms of temporality, when the interstate interactions are examined, different interpretation of time by different actors become apparent. This book proposes that time is not homogeneous in the borderlands and the recognition of heterogeneity of time will shed light on the new angles of the Thai–Lao relations. The voices of the peoples in this area that interpret space and time will be heard more and this post-geopolitical spatio-temporality is worth receiving the academic attention.
