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Satellite Systems as an Advancement of Smart Borders in European Union Border Management

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Language: English
Page range: 92 - 108
Submitted on: Mar 13, 2025
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Accepted on: Sep 26, 2025
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Published on: Dec 18, 2025
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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