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Democratic Republic of the Congo: A Migration History Marked by Crises and Restrictions
Crises have turned DR Congo from a regional migration magnet into a major source of refugees and long-term emigrants across Africa and the wider world.
Frequently Requested Statistics on Immigrants and Immigration in the United States
In 2014, 42.4 million immigrants made up 13.3 percent of the U.S. population.
Who Belongs? Statelessness and Nationality in West Africa
West Africa’s drive to cut statelessness pits fragile laws and weak registration against ECOWAS-led reforms that seek to secure nationality for vulnerable residents.
Syrian Refugees Receive Green Light from U.S. Courts, Mixed Reception from States and Congress
U.S. courts, Congress, and presidential candidates clashed over Syrian refugee resettlement, despite rigorous U.S. security screening and limited terrorism cases.
Development through Diversity: Engaging Armenia’s New and Old Diaspora
Armenia’s diverse old and new diasporas fuel investment, remittances, and refugee support, yet their dispersion both advances and constrains development.
Mexican Immigrants in the United States
In 2014, there were 11.7 million Mexican immigrants in the United States; they tended to be younger, have lower incomes, and were less likely to have health insurance than other immigrants.
India and Bangladesh Swap Territory, Citizens in Landmark Enclave Exchange
India and Bangladesh’s 2015 enclave swap let tens of thousands choose citizenship, yet land disputes and slow integration cloud the historic deal.
South American Immigrants in the United States
In 2014, there were 2.9 million South American immigrants in the United States.
Seeking Safety, Jobs, and More: Afghanistan’s Mixed Flows Test Migration Policies
Amid prolonged conflict, Afghanistan’s mixed migration has outpaced siloed approaches.
Increased Central American Migration to the United States May Prove an Enduring Phenomenon
Enduring unauthorized U.S. immigration of children and families from the Northern Triangle has been propelled by factors including violence and drought.