The BRICS and Migration and Citizenship: Exploring the Complexities of Migration in Emerging Economies

BRICS paradigm represents a significant shift in the global governance landscape, characterized by the emergence of polycentric governance, regionalization, and the diversification of economic power. As a grouping, BRICS promotes alternative development models, advocates for global governance reform, and ultimately contributing to a more multipolar and inclusive world order. This panel aims to explore the multifaceted nature of migration within BRICS countries, focusing on critical issues related to migration and citizenship. The panel will examine existing immigration policies in BRICS nations, investigate the connection between migration and sustainable development, explore the relationship between socio-economic disparities and migration, and discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating migrants. Additionally, the panel will address the acquisition and exercise of citizenship by migrants and analyze barriers faced by migrants due to national security concerns.
Suggested key-problems to be approached:
How do BRICS countries' immigration policies align with or contradict international human rights standards and best practices?
What are the major obstacles to harmonizing immigration policies across BRICS countries, and how can these be addressed?
How do national security concerns, such as terrorism or statelessness, affect the acquisition and exercise of citizenship by migrants in BRICS countries?
What strategies are being employed by BRICS governments to detect and prevent potential security risks, such as stricter background checks or increased scrutiny of migrant communities?
How do migration patterns and trends in BRICS countries impact the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
How can BRICS countries leverage migration as a tool for sustainable development, and what policies and programs can be implemented to achieve this goal?
What are the socio-economic factors that drive migration within and between BRICS countries, and how do these factors vary across different countries and regions?
How do socio-economic disparities impact migration decisions and outcomes, and what are the effects of migration on socio-economic disparities in both sending and receiving countries?
How can BRICS countries promote the social, economic, and cultural integration of migrants, and what policies and programs have been successful in achieving this goal?
Can inclusive citizenship policies, such as those based on residency or civic engagement, help bridge the gap between migrants and citizens, or do they raise concerns about national identity and security?