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Power Politics and Humanitarian Governance: Forced Migration in the 21st Century

Michael Chabon

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Published in Refugee Resettlement: Power Politics And Humanitarian Governance (Forced Migration 38)

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Forced migration is a global crisis that has profound implications for individuals, communities, and nations. In 2020, there were an estimated 82.4 million forcibly displaced people worldwide, the highest number on record. This number is expected to rise in the coming years due to factors such as climate change, conflict, and persecution.

Refugee Resettlement: Power Politics and Humanitarian Governance (Forced Migration 38)

Refugee Resettlement: Power, Politics, and Humanitarian Governance (Forced Migration Book 38)

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Forced migration is a complex phenomenon that is often driven by power politics. States and other actors may use forced migration as a tool to achieve their own political goals, such as consolidating power, controlling territory, or weakening their enemies. For example, the Syrian government has been accused of using forced migration to clear areas of opposition support, while the Myanmar government has been accused of using forced migration to drive out the Rohingya minority group.

Humanitarian governance is the set of policies and practices that are designed to protect and assist forcibly displaced people. Humanitarian governance is often provided by international organizations, such as the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR),as well as by national governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). However, humanitarian governance is often constrained by power politics, as states and other actors may prioritize their own interests over the needs of forcibly displaced people.

The interplay of power politics and humanitarian governance in the context of forced migration is a complex and challenging issue. This book examines this issue in depth, drawing on case studies from around the world. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors that drive forced migration, the challenges of humanitarian governance, and the ways in which power politics can undermine humanitarian efforts.

This book is essential reading for anyone who is interested in forced migration, humanitarian governance, or international relations. The book provides a valuable insights into the complex challenges of forced migration and the ways in which power politics can undermine humanitarian efforts.

The Causes of Forced Migration
The Challenges of Humanitarian Governance
The Impact of Power Politics on Humanitarian Governance
Case Studies

Reviews

"This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complex challenges of forced migration and the ways in which power politics can undermine humanitarian efforts." - Dr. Sarah Myers, University of Oxford

"This is a timely and important book that provides a comprehensive analysis of the interplay of power politics and humanitarian governance in the context of forced migration." - Professor Michael Barnett, George Washington University