Promotion of stability, growth and development through flows of people, money,
ideas and technology
UN and IOM recognise migration as a key factor in development
Multiplier effect – economic growth stimulates further development
Factors affecting migration
➔ Trade blocs + EU membership; freedom of movement and Schengen Agreement –
Poland
➔ MNC business links
➔ Employment shortages; Britain encouraged immigration from colonies (India) post
WW2
➔ Human rights
➔ Migrant remittances
➔ Family reunification
➔ Education; wealthy individuals from China
➔ Conflict; partition of India
➔ Physical proximity and transport links
➔ Retirement
➔ Culture and language
