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- Global migration, by the numbers | World Economic Forum
Here's how While the overall figure has remained relatively stable as a proportion of the global population, the numbers from the World Migration Report 2020, published by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), clearly demonstrate the impact that events of the past two years have had on the movement of people around the world
- Why it’s time to rethink migration - The World Economic Forum
It is time to rethink migration Over much of the world, birth rates are plunging and populations are ageing This means that there will be fewer workers to support older people and growth And this means that most countries will increasingly need to rely on migration Making the most of migration through smart policies is essential for global development and a prosperous future And the
- Migration is a global strategic asset. We must not undermine it
The narrowing migration pathways over the last decade, together with the global transformations underway, are placing one of the world’s most strategic global assets at increasing risk International migration as part of a global system of peace, prosperity and equality is more important than ever before but increasingly overlooked and
- Heres how extreme weather is affecting animal migration
Climate change and extreme weather events are impacting animal migration patterns, with over half of all species on the move
- E-migration is helping to fill gaps in global talent
E-migration lets talented professionals contribute to global initiatives without leaving their communities – and major companies are taking advantage of it
- Why migration is a model for sustainable development for all
Migration as a major driver of development For centuries, migration has been a major driver of development and prosperity International remittances to low- and middle-income countries are now at about $670 billion, which is more than direct foreign investment and far more than official development assistance to those countries
- Why we need a global understanding of migration
Humanity has always been on the move Throughout history, we have migrated in search of new opportunities, as well as to escape persecution, conflict and poverty Movements of people happen all around the world But although migration is a global phenomenon, there is still no global understanding of how to manage it
- How immigration has changed the world – for the better
There are, however, legitimate concerns about large-scale migration The possibility of social dislocation is real Just like globalization – a strong force for good in the world – the positive aspects are diffuse and often intangible, while the negative aspects bite hard for a small group of people Yes, those negative aspects must be managed
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