Presented on Wednesday, it creates new work opportunities, education and family reunification, while strengthening migration governance and places migration in the heart of stability and economic development.
It is being directed by the Iraq Ministry of Migration and the displacement, with the support of the International Migration Organization (IIM) and the Netherlands Government, translating Iraq’s global commitments into national action.
The Minister of Migration, Evan Faeq Gabro, said it represents a “vision for the future of Iraq that defends human dignity”, attends to national interests and supports the world pact for migration.
“Iraq is giving an example for the region and beyond, showing how national leadership and the genuine association can turn migration into an engine for dignity, opportunities and development.“Said Ugochi Daniels, deputy general director of OIM operations.
Origin and destination
Iraq is both a country of origin and destination, with about two million citizens who currently live abroad, while thousands more weigh emigration.
In the last seven years, more than 58,000 people have returned to Iraqrebuilding their lives at home.
Meanwhile, the country also houses about 370,000 migrant workers, mainly involved in semi-qualified sectors, such as construction and domestic work.
Five years of Iraq National Plan to promote a safe, ordered and regular migration Emphasize data -based decision making, the strongest institutional coordination and ask for a closer participation of the private sector.
Stability and development
“This national plan shows that When policies are based on evidence and conform to the needs of people, migration can benefit migrants, communities and the country in general.“Mrs. Daniels said.
The new policy responds to Iraq’s current migration realities, framing migration as a tool for national development and stability, says the IOM.
“Today, we are here to commit ourselves to ensure that migration is dignity, security and opportunity for migrants, their families and the communities to which they join,” said Claudio Cordone, special UN representative in Iraq.
The plan describes a vision of a future that defends human dignity and serves to national interest.