June 15, 2015
29th Session of the Human Rights Council Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Migrants
June 15, 2015
The multilateral system, and immigration countries in particular, have not yet succeeded in effectively managing migration. While much generosity in receiving asylum seekers and migrants has been evident, a long-range immigration strategy is still lacking. The consequence, in Pope Francis’ words, is abdication of responsibility because “leaving our brothers on boats to die… is an attack against life”.
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