Focus on Migration

Migration is a widely debated topic that is currently at the top of the political agenda in the EU. But what do we really know about it? The Publications Office presents a selection of recent publications that provide information on a number of topics related to migration.

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Asylum Applicants from the Western Balkans

A comparative analysis of trends, push-pull factors and responses - update

From the end of 2014 the number of asylum applications from citizens of Western Balkan countries received by the EU, Switzerland and Norway has grown significantly. The report is an update of the key findings, with new data profiles of applicants, reasons for migration and measures taken in response.
(Author: EASO - European Asylum Support Office)

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Turkey's Refugee Politics

What reasons lie behind Turkey's stance?

This ISSUE Alert, published by the European Union Institute for Security Studies, takes a look at the Turkish refugee policy. What domestic factors are driving the debate in Ankara? And what do Turkish policymakers want and expect from the EU?
(Author: EUISS - European Union Institute for Security Studies)

Available in English and French

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Africa-Frontex Intelligence Community Joint Report

How to tackle illegal migration from West Africa

This report analyses a number of issues related to irregular migratory movements from West Africa to the EU.
(Author: Frontex - European Agency for the Management of Operational Cooperation at the External Borders of the Member States of the European Union)

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Challenges of Policy Coordination for Third-country Nationals

How to give a coordinated response to the crisis?

In recent months, the inflow of refugees has profoundly changed the situation in Europe. This report examines how policies on migration, the labour market and integration are coordinated in EU Member States, with a focus on the role of social partners and local initiatives.
(Author: Eurofound - European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions)

Available in English

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Research on Migration

Facing realities and maximising opportunities: a policy review

This publication presents the main findings from several European projects dealing with migration. The findings are matched, or occasionally contrasted, with key insights from the wider research literature on migration, and also with policy documents.
(Author: European Commission - Directorate-General for Research and Innovation)

Available in English

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Migration

New ‘push’ and ‘pull’ dynamics

This Brief of the European Union Institute for Security Studies demonstrates dramatic changes in migration since 2008. What new factors are pushing humans to leave their homes behind? And will the West now have to adapt its position on migrants?
(Author: EUISS - European Union Institute for Security Studies)

Available in English and French

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Migration in Response to Environmental Change

Climate change changes lives, too

Over coming years, migration flows related to climate change are expected to increase, particularly in the world’s poorest countries. This report examines the causes and the possible ways of responding to this challenge.
(Author: European Commission - Directorate-General for the Environment)

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