β‘οΈ The complexity of global migration has increased in the 21st century, particularly in terms of bilateral migration corridors.
π Some well-established bilateral migration corridors, like Mexico to USA, still dominate major flows, while new corridors, like Syria to Turkey and South Sudan to Uganda, have emerged due to conflicts.
πΌ Factors contributing to the growth and appearance of bilateral migration corridors include employment opportunities, wage differences, and political barriers.
π The complexity of global migration is influenced by political barriers, proximity, language similarities, established diaspora, and conflict.
π Political access and policies can open or shrink migration corridors over time.
π Language similarities and established diaspora facilitate easier migration between countries.
βοΈ Conflicts can rapidly create migration corridors as people flee to neighboring safe areas.
π National migration policies are created to meet the needs of the country, such as addressing labor shortages.
π Migration policies of countries change over time based on their needs.
ππ Australia and the United States serve as examples of changing immigration policies.
πΌπ° Low-income countries like Pakistan encourage emigration to boost remittances.
π° Remittances from global migration can have a significant impact on low-income countries like Pakistan, potentially developing their entire economy.
π Pakistan is encouraging and working with international organizations to promote safe and organized migration through the National Emigration Policy.
βοΈ The Pakistani government is focused on ensuring the protection and well-being of migrants, preventing trafficking, and providing necessary information.
π The overseas Pakistani foundation has set up 24 schools in Pakistan to educate the children of those who have migrated away, providing long-term benefits for migrants and reducing barriers to migration.
πΌ The Bureau of Immigration has created a website listing licensed companies in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, offering secure job opportunities for migrants and preventing trafficking.
β‘ The Migrant Resource Center provides advice and training to potential migrants, ensuring safe movement and knowledge of rights when migrating from Pakistan to the Gulf states.
Scams and barriers to immigration are being addressed to ensure safety and promote economic growth.
Canada is pro-immigration and has been actively recruiting skilled workers to fill labor gaps.
Canada has a point system to rank applicants based on age, education, and language skills.
π Education, work experience, and language skills determine point scores for migration.
πΌ Having a job offer from a Canadian company increases chances of migration.
π Preference given to migrants willing to settle in provincial areas for economic growth.
π Migration policies can either encourage people to leave or attract them for economic growth.