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Impact of free trade agreements on migration, development and human rights: the case of Jordan
By facilitating rapid economic growth, attracting foreign investment, and creating relatively well-paying jobs for national workers, free trade agreements are often seen as a strategy for rapid development. After ratifying a free trade agreement with the United States, these were Jordan's expectations, but there have been unexpected results.
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The Global Organised Crime Index (OCIndex): Combating trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants
Following the launch of the Global Organised Crime Index, MIDEQ researcher Yvonne Khor Gee Weon reflects on her experiences and discusses how the index can be used to tackle topics such as trafficking and smuggling of migrants.
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The economic contribution of migrants vs their access to justice: a case for enhanced consular services
The economic contribution of migrants is undeniable. Yet, many migrants generally lack opportunities to access justice when their rights are violated. The consular services that states offer to migrants should demonstrate just how much they value them and their contribution
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“No papers, no rights”: Access to documentation as a pathway to justice for migrants in the Global South
Access to documentation and a legal identity is key tool in realizing rights and protection for migrant communities in the Global South, and more generally. Drawing on research with Ethiopian families in South Africa, this report explores how the lack of documentation marginalizes children and provides action-based recommendations to address they injustices face.
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