International migration has never been more large-scale, dynamic and diverse today than in any other point in time. As this development poses challenges as well as opportunities, it is crucial to push for coherent approaches that will promote humane and orderly movement of people across borders.
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) works together with governments and organizations in the field of migration in the commitment to make migration effective, sustainable and safe for all stakeholders. This is most especially relevant now, as transient work situations, shifting economies and unstable human security have brought more than 214 million people to move from their countries of origin. A large population of this figure came from Asia, with Southeast Asia being a key region in contributing to the rise of global migration.
Labour Migration in Southeast Asia
According to the UN Report on Migration in East and Southeast Asia, the mobility of the 12 million international migrants in the region has been driven by the need to seek gainful employment elsewhere. To the IOM, this necessitates initiating closer investigations and cooperation at making labour migration more beneficial and less risky to people and societies. Through policy recommendations, dialogues, consultations and other processes, IOM hopes to address concerns regarding migration that will benefit states, citizens and migrants alike.
The International Organization for Migration also launches projects that can help promote the rights, dignity and full potential of migrants. These include educational campaigns, publications, production and screening of animated videos and other events that will help further encourage migration as an instrument to social, economic and cultural development.
