This publication reviews migration policies in the main OECD countries receiving West African migrants and analyses the recent discussions within Europe. This report lists common approaches undertaken in Europe, Africa and West Africa and aims to shed light on decision makers’ strategic thinking. It provides the greater public with an objective understanding of this recent dynamic.
Table of contents:
List of Acronyms Summary Chapter 1. Overview of Select OECD Country Migration Policies Chapter 2. Towards a Common EU Immigration and Asylum Policy: What are the Stakes for West Africa? Chapter 3. The African Approach on Migration Chapter 4. Conclusions Annex I. Graphs Showing Migration Flows Annex II. Chronology of Events related to Incidents in Cueta and Melilla Bibliography