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International Migration
International Migration is the movement of people across national borders. It affects development through remittances, skill transfer, and by altering the labor market in both origin and destination countries.
Circular Migration
Circular Migration is the repeated and temporary movement of migrants between their home and host countries, which can facilitate the transfer of skills and contribute to development in both regions.
Migration Development Nexus
The Migration Development Nexus refers to the complex relationship between migration and development, where each can drive and influence the other in various positive and negative ways.
Transnationalism
Transnationalism refers to the process by which migrants create and sustain multiple social, economic, and political ties connecting their country of origin and country of residence, influencing development through these cross-border networks.
Xenophobia
Xenophobia is the fear or hatred of foreigners. It can negatively affect migrants' integration and the potential for migration to contribute positively to development in host societies.
Forced Migration
Forced Migration involves the involuntary movement of people, often due to conflict, persecution, or natural disasters. It presents significant challenges for development, including the need for humanitarian assistance and the protection of refugees' rights.
Diaspora Engagement
Diaspora Engagement is the involvement of a country's emigrant population in its development process, often through investments, knowledge transfer, or direct participation in policymaking.
Migration Policy
Migration Policy is the set of laws and regulations established by a government to manage the flow of migrants. Effective policies can help maximize development benefits while minimizing potential negative impacts.
Social Remittances
Social Remittances are the ideas, behaviors, identities, and social capital that flow from receiving to sending countries through migrants. They can influence social structures and development practices in the origin country.
Internal Migration
Internal Migration is the movement of people within a country's borders. It can have significant development implications, causing demographic and economic shifts between urban and rural areas.
Remittances
Remittances are funds transferred by migrants to their home country. They are crucial for the economy of many developing countries, providing a source of income for families and often improving the balance of payments.
Brain Drain
Brain Drain refers to the emigration of highly skilled and educated professionals from a country, which may negatively impact the home country's development by losing human capital.
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