Misinformation and politicization of migration is ‘tarnishing public discourse’
World Migration Report 2024 shows a significant shift in global migration patterns, including record numbers of people displaced by conflict, violence, natural and other disasters.
Speaking at the launch in Dhaka, Bangladesh, IOM General Manager Amy Pope speak The report aims to “unravels the complexity of human mobility through evidence-based data and analysis.”
Promotes development and growth
International migration remains a driver of human development and economic growth, as highlighted by one report International remittances increased by more than 650% from 2000 to 2022increased from 128 billion USD to 831 billion USD.
Growth continues despite predictions that remittances will decline significantly due to COVID-19 pandemic.
The bulk of the money, $647 billion, went to low- and middle-income countries, which account for a significant portion of their GDP – that is, the money earned from the sale of all goods and services.
Globally, these remittances have now surpassed foreign direct investment in those countries.
Record the displacement
The report also reveals ongoing challenges. Although most people continue to live in the country of their birth, An estimated 281 million people worldwide are international migrants, equivalent to about 3.6% of the global population. Of these, 117 million were displaced – the highest ever.
IOM said migration is an intrinsic part of human history, but it is often overshadowed by sensational stories and headlines that run counter to ground realities.
“Most migration is regular, safe and regionally focused, directly related to opportunities and livelihoods,” the UN agency affirmed. “Not yet, Misinformation and politicization have clouded public discourserequires a clear and accurate description of migration dynamics.”
Highlights in Bangladesh
IOM chose Dhaka as the launch location for the report to highlight Bangladesh’s efforts to support vulnerable migrants and promote pathways to regular migration, and to recognize the role The country’s important role in shaping global migration discourse and policy.
As champion of Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular MigrationAdopted in December 2018, Bangladesh has demonstrated a strong commitment to addressing migration issues and implementing policies that protect the rights of migrants, IOM said.
The country’s Foreign Minister, Dr. Hasan Mahmud, said “Bangladesh will not only continue to act on the commitments made in the domestic context but also address emerging issues and challenges related to to migration and development for informed discussion at the international level.”
