Study on Labour Migration from SAARC Countries: Reality and Dynamics

Abstract

With the growing impact of labour migration upon the economies of both the destination and source countries, deserved attention is now given by policy makers and states to maximize the positive effects of migration in the globalised world. With the globalizing process, increase in trade, goods, services and information has taken place among countries. However, the movement of labour has continued to be restricted to the Asian, particularly South Asian countries. This study explores the socio economic profiles of the SAARC countries, their migration dynamics, national policy and legal framework in relation to migration, civil society institutions, and provides recommendations on how to increase the positive effects of labour migration. A comprehensive analysis is given of the Sri Lankan scenario.