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The End of Asylum? Evolving the Protection System to Meet 21st Century Challenges
Territorial asylum is increasingly inadequate to meet 21st-century protection needs. A diversified policy toolkit, including regional cooperation, expanded legal pathways, and streamlined procedures, is urgently needed.
East Africa’s Economic Powerhouse and Refugee Haven, Kenya Struggles with Security Concerns
Kenya is East Africa's largest economy and one of its biggest refugee hosts, but security fears have increasingly shaped a restrictive, encampment-based approach to Somali refugees.
Managing International Protection Needs at Borders
Amid rising mixed migration flows, managing international protection needs at borders requires differentiated screening, flexible surge capacity, interagency coordination, and proactive investment.
The Door Opens for a New Chapter in European Cooperation on Migration
New leadership in London and in European capitals, alongside continuity at the European Commission, could offer a window for greater European cohesion and creativity on immigration policy. This MPI Europe commentary explores the opportunities for greater UK-EU cooperation on migration and asylum if both sides smartly rekindle their relationship and prioritise strategic engagement.
Comparing the Biden and Trump Deportation Records
Despite an enforcement record that has surpassed that of the first Trump term, the Biden administration has relied heavily on border returns over interior removals.
Peru’s Historical Anxiety about Asian Immigration May Have a Contemporary Twist
Peru's 19th-century welcome and then restriction of Chinese and Japanese immigrants mirrors its ambivalent response to the 1.5 million Venezuelans in the country as of 2023.
A Small Country with a Huge Diaspora, Ireland Navigates Its New Status as an Immigration Hub
Ireland has rapidly shifted from a country of mass emigration to immigrant destination, but higher asylum arrivals, a housing crisis, and far-right pressure are testing its traditionally open posture.
Building on Regular Pathways to Address Migration Pressures in the Americas
Despite a rich history of regular immigration pathways, the Americas still struggle with irregular migration. Hemispheric cooperation and reformed mobility agreements are needed.
Construyendo vías regulares para abordar presiones migratorias en el hemisferio occidental
A pesar de una rica historia de vías regulares, el hemisferio sigue luchando con la migración irregular. Se necesitan cooperación hemisférica y acuerdos reformados.
Rocking the (Small) Boat: Novel Options to Tackle Irregular Migration to the United Kingdom
With UK voters headed to the polls on July 4, one thing is clear: Whatever party wins the election will face the ongoing challenges of addressing irregular arrivals by boat and growing asylum claims. But this could also be an opportunity for novel policy approaches and collaboration with international partners in Europe and beyond, this commentary argues.
