The article discusses the relationship between capital and space in the framework of neoliberalism and its implications for the redefinition of frontiers. Klaus Dörre and David Harvey contributions let us understand that capitalism, through mechanisms of creative destruction, configure geographical otherness within it. Latin American studies that deals with extractive policies and deterritorialization and (re) territorialization processes offer us elements to analyze transformations caused by the expansion of transnational capital mining on the border between Argentina (Departments of Iglesia, Jáchal and Calingasta, Province of San Juan) and Chile (Region III and IV). Against this background actions of selfconvened movements and transhumant social groups to defend their rights to remain in the areas or maintain their historical mobilities are identified. The study stems from qualitative research we have conducted in the area since 2005. They are based on fieldwork, in-depth interviews, official reports and analysis of national, provincial and local press.
Gabler, K., Hevilla, C., & Zusman, P. (2016). Capitalist reestructuring and territorialization processes within central Andes border between Argentina and Chile. Política. Revista De Ciencia Política, 54(2), pp. 107–125. https://doi.org/10.5354/0719-5338.2016.44776
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