International Migration and Development: The High-level Dialogue and moving towards the new development agenda Regional Consultative Meeting on International Migration and Development in the Arab Region League of Arab States Headquarters, Cairo, 4-5 June 2013 Francesca Perucci Population Division/DESA United Nations, New York

Outline 1.The HLD: process and objectives 2.New trends in migration 3.Migration in the new development agenda 2

The UN system makes important recommendations ahead of the HLD CEB Recommendations Policy committee SG’s report on New Trends in Migration to CPD46 3

CEB approach: facilitating greater mobility, while focusing on human development aspects of migration Agenda for human rights of all migrants and relevance of migration to human development Strengthening the knowledge and evidence base Mainstreaming of migration into policies and plans Due attention to migration in the post-2015 UN development agenda. Reaffirm commitment to existing cooperation mechanisms Highlight critical new trends and dynamics Promote research, capacity-development and proactive policy approaches in critical areas (climate change, transformation due to urbanization, need to support the governance of South-South migration, stranded migrants, especially those caught in crises in host countries) 4

Similar messages from the UN Policy Committee Recognize migration as integral part of development process Foster the benefits of migration Reduce the negative impacts of migration (enhance access to regular migration) Respect, protect, fulfill human rights of all migrants, regardless of their migration status Urge member states to ratify and implement relevant international instruments Enhance cooperation and coherence (no country can manage international migration alone) Strengthen capacity for data collection and research for better evidence based policies; mainstream migration into development policies and plans 5

CPD46 - New trends in migration SG’s report CPD46 Resolution 6

7 The number of migrants from the South who live in the North has been increasing rapidly Million Migrant stocks by origin and destination, 2010 (millions)

The fastest growth in the number of migrants is in GCC countries 8 United Nations (2013) – Preliminary data. Population Division/DESA

Different impacts of migration on overall population change 9 United Nations (2013) – Preliminary data. Population Division/DESA Total net change Immigration-emigration Births-deaths Northern Africa Western Asia GCC Thousands

Outcome of CPD46 is important for the HLD – Resolution 2013/1 Emphasis on protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms Human rights and fundamental freedoms of all migrants, regardless of their migration status Preventing and eliminating trafficking in persons Migration as an intrinsic part of development and globalization Migration as a complex, multidimensional phenomenon and as an intrinsic feature of a globalizing world Migration as an opportunity for economic independence and empowerment for women Promotion of cooperation at all levels (challenge of undocumented or irregular migration, and fostering orderly, regular and safe processes of migration) 10

CPD46 Resolution provides recommendations for concrete measures Enhancing the benefits of migration Costs of remittances Opportunities for development-oriented investments in recipient countries Contributions of diasporas Fair treatment of migrants (working conditions, wages, the portability of pensions and other social protections, mutual recognition of diplomas and qualifications, lowering the costs of migration and promoting circular and return migration) World Health Organization Global Code of Practice on the International Recruitment of Health Personnel as a good practice Recognition of vulnerabilities Migration and development in the further implementation of ICPD and in the post-2015 development agenda 11

CPD46 Resolution provides recommendations for concrete measures Addressing vulnerabilities Human rights of migrant girls, regardless of their immigration status Humanitarian emergencies for migrants and migration (migrants affected by acute crises in destination or transit countries) Protect women migrants from violence and harassment Improving cooperation and coherence Collaboration and cooperation; coherent, comprehensive and coordinated approaches Strengthening national capacities for production and use of migration data 12

2013 High-level Dialogue on International Migration and Development – 3&4 October 2013 The main theme: ‘Identifying concrete measures to strengthen coherence and cooperation at all levels, with a view to enhancing the benefits of international migration for migrants and countries alike and its important links to development, while reducing its negative implications’ 13

2013 High-level Dialogue on International Migration and Development – Four Round Tables 1.International migration & sustainable development and priorities for the post-2015 development agenda 2.Respect for and protection of the human rights of all migrants and prevent and combat the smuggling of migrants and trafficking in persons and to ensure orderly, regular and safe migration 3.Strengthening partnerships and cooperation, mechanisms to effectively integrate migration into development policies and promoting coherence at all levels 4.International and regional labour mobility and its impact on development 14

2013 HLD – possible outcomes  Accountability framework (from civil society, NGOs)  Identify concrete measures to increase benefits and reduce costs of migration (improving migration data) (main theme of the event)  Recommendations for inclusion of migration into post

Preparatory process 25 June - Panel discussion with a focus on overall theme 15 July - Informal interactive hearings with NGOs, civil society and private sector SG’s report to GA68: new trends; migration and development; cooperation, coherence and partnerships; concrete measures; the way forward. Regional commissions, other entities of UN and IOM to examine regional aspects of international migration and development 16

Panel event and Informal Hearings: What to expect? 17 Panel: First part - experts thinking out of the box, expose member states to some creative ideas about migration and development; issues of labour recruitment, cost of migration, regional agreements. Second part - issues of institutional coherence at the international level Informal interactive hearings with NGOs, civil society and private sector: Dialogue between civil society and member states: focus will be on accountability, holding member states accountable, accountability framework

Migration in the post-2015 development agenda  The High-level Dialogue: important stepping stone in preparing for the post UN development agenda.  Strong consensus in October on the role of migration in improving human development outcomes - essential for migration to be recognized as a positive force for development in the new agenda. 18

Migration in the post-2015 development agenda-Population dynamics thematic consultations Outcome document: Population Dynamics in the Post-2015 Development Agenda –Rights-based and gender-responsive policies to address and harness population dynamics –Integrate and harmonize survey data, critical data on migration and maternal mortality –Develop and strengthen global and regional partnerships to address the challenges and seize the opportunities provided by changes in population size, the demographic bonus, internal and international migration and urbanization. Dhaka Declaration 19

Some key recommendations on migration by the post-2015 thematic consultations 20 Eliminate barriers to human rights Respect equal treatment (employment, wages, working conditions, and social protection, other social benefits, health care) Regulate recruitment agencies (protection of migrant workers, especially domestic workers, and lower costs of migration) Bilateral, regional and global partnerships (address vulnerability of migrants, realization of the full development potential of migration) Portability of social security entitlements, recognition of educational qualifications, and development of skills Mainstream migration in development policies Engage within existing international frameworks (UNFCCC) to address climate change related movements (including migration in disaster risk reduction efforts) Low cost transfer of remittances Incentives to invest in origin and destination for sustainable development Promote social and economic cohesion

Working group on Global Partnerships 21 Global Partnerships in the area of population and migration Private sector, government and civil society partnerships on human mobility and skills development Certified recruitment procedures, (recruitment agency fees, unpredictability of timelines for processing, etc.) Recognition of migrant qualifications, portability of social benefits Family reunification opportunities Development impact of remittances (lowering of transaction cost for remittances, role of diasporas and their willingness to invest in their home country ) Address forced migration and displacement as a result of conflict, natural disasters, climate change, and gradual deterioration of the environment

Migration & SDGs: General Assembly Open Working Group on SDGs 22 OWG – 4 Population and Health  Paper prepared by the UN Technical Support Team (based on the Outcome of the Thematic Consultations)  Panel on June Promote the developmental benefits of migration Human rights and fundamental freedoms of all migrants, irrespective of migration status. Comprehensive, balanced and inclusive national migration policies. Bilateral, regional and global partnerships on migration to ensure safe, regular and orderly processes of migration and reduce barriers to movement. Equal treatment with regard to employment, wages, working conditions, and social protection and other social benefits including health care. Reduce the social and economic costs of migration.

Some important upcoming events General Assembly Open Working Group panel June Panel 25 June Informal Hearings 15 July 2013: GA 68 th session Special Event to follow-up efforts made on MDGs 2013: HLD in October 23

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