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Return Migration: Changing Directions?
Return programs in Europe and the United States found few takers in 2008.
Struggles of Iraqi Refugees Continue
Iraq was the world's top source of asylum seekers in 2008, with 4.7 million displaced and most unwilling or unable to return home despite some security gains.
Warming up to Circular Migration?
Circular migration is evolving to incorporate models that also aim to support migrants' development at home.
Remittance Patterns in Flux
Remittances to developing countries were on track for $283 billion in 2008, but recession in migrant-sending countries threatened flows that nations depend on.
Building Border Fences
Border fencing surged in 2008 across the United States, Israel, and India.
Top 10 Migration Issues of 2008 - Ones to Watch in 2009
It remained unclear how the global financial crisis and the election of Barack Obama as U.S. president will affect migration trends and policy.
The Recession-Proof Race for Highly Skilled Migrants
Gloomy economic forecasts have not slowed the global hunt for highly skilled migrants.
Demography and Migration Flows: Do Shrinking Populations Mean More Migrants?
Demographic pressure is prompting historic shifts in places such as Japan.
"Buyer's Remorse" on Immigration Policy
Spain legalized 560,000 migrants in 2005, but by 2008 unemployment was high and the country was offering them cash to leave.
Hispanic Vote Goes for Obama But May Not Lead to Quick Action on Immigration Reform
In 2008, 67 percent of Hispanic voters backed U.S. President-elect Barack Obama, yet Congress was seen as unlikely to act on immigration reform.