UN Migration Agency Report Warns Restrictive Migration Policies Push Migrants Onto Deadlier Routes
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UN migration agency report warns restrictive migration policies push migrants onto deadlier routes
'The evidence shows, however, that when States cooperate at regional and global levels, migration is better managed, helping to build public trust and deliver stronger benefits for economies, communities and people on the move,' Amy Pope says
GENEVA – Access to regular and secure migration routes continues to contribute to economic growth and development around the world, in contrast to risks when such access is restricted, a new study by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) was launched. Amy Pope, IOM’s Director General, said in her presentation [...]
70 percent and around 45.8 million internal displacements in 2024 are due to events such as floods, storms and droughts - and 20.1 million due to conflicts and violence. Climate and weather-related disasters have become more frequent and serious and contribute to a record number of internal displacements. The figure is the highest recorded in modern times. More than twice as many internal displacements than just over a decade ago, IOM stresses. …
Migration gains are at risk
Access to safe and regular migration pathways continues to support economic growth and development worldwide, according to a new report from the International Organisation for Migration (IOM). The World Migration Report 2026 shows that restricting these pathways does not stop migration but instead shifts it into more irregular and dangerous routes, increasing risks for migrants and costs for States, while limiting the broader benefits of migrati…
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