Borderscape: the life and perception of security of Hungarians along the Serbian-Hungarian border

Contemporary border theories have evolved significantly, expanding beyond physical demarcation to encompass political, economic, social, and cultural dimensions, including virtual and mental borders.Living near borders fosters a unique borderland identity characterized by hybrid and multifaceted relationships with the nationstate and the other side of the border.Individuals navigate daily life amid border regulations, often forming distinct experiences, attitudes, and meanings attached to borders.These factors, in turn, shape social interactions and political attitudes within border communities.Consequently, interdisciplinary approaches, enriched by postmodern and critical perspectives, redefine borders as multilayered social constructs, scrutinizing power dynamics, inequalities, and asymmetries between the two sides.Border life occurs within a distinctive geographical space, shaped by macro, meso, and micro level factors.International geopolitics, regional development, and individual identity intertwine to influence the complex dynamics of border regions.At the micro level, personal identities and interactions contribute to the fluidity and complexity of borderland life.In this context, borderscapes emerge as spaces where physical and mental dimensions intersect, shaped by historical, political, and cultural contexts.These transitional areas reflect social power dynamics and cultural blending, continually redefining the meaning of borders.This study examines the Serbian-Hungarian border, focusing on Hungarian people living on both sides.One of its central