«Migration Processes in the Caribbean Countries in the Late 20th - the Early 21st Century: Political Aspect»
Students Name: Handziuk Diana Volodymyrivna
Qualification Level: magister
Speciality: International Relations
Institute: Institute of the Humanities and Social Sciences
Mode of Study: part
Academic Year: 2023-2024 н.р.
Language of Defence: ukrainian
Abstract: First and foremost, the Caribbean region is a microcosm of diverse migration patterns influenced by historical, socioeconomic and political factors, and serves as an arena where complex migration dynamics intersect. The interplay between political landscapes and migration trends is a complex relationship between public policies, political unrest, and migration patterns. The Caribbean’s geographical proximity to major global powers, combined with its history of colonization and diverse cultural heritage, makes migration within and across its borders an attractive subject for analysis. The political dimensions of migration encompass not only the policies and mechanisms put in place by governments, but also the socio-political implications for communities, identities, and state structures [2]. Caribbean countries have faced and continue to face numerous challenges with regard to the political aspects of the migration process. CARICOM countries typically have limited resources and fragile economies, making them particularly sensitive to migration pressures. In addition, natural disasters, which are becoming more common due to climate change, are forcing local residents to seek safe havens and certain economic opportunities in other areas [4]. The Caribbean is both a source of transit and a destination for intra-regional migration flows, as well as a large number of return migrants. Because the Caribbean is located between North and South America, it serves as a transit point for undocumented immigrants from South America and other countries attempting to immigrate to the United States [1]. Study object – migration processes in the Caribbean. Scope of research – the political significance of migration in the Caribbean in the context of regional and global processes. 111 Goal of research – Analyzing migration processes in the Caribbean in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. The paper considers the concept of migration and proves that it is a generally recognized form of spatial mobility, which involves a change of permanent residence "within a country or across international borders, temporarily or permanently and for various reasons". The article analyzes the historical context of migration in the Caribbean, namely: historically, the nature, direction and scale of migration to the Caribbean has been influenced by global and regional socio-economic trends. The article also highlights migration trends in the Caribbean and how they affect the political situation in the region. In particular, it is highlighted that political transformations have a significant impact on migration patterns through economic policies, social dynamics or changes in power structures [3]. The article assesses the migration policies of the Caribbean countries, revealing a complex web of regulations, challenges and aspirations related to the movement of people in the region. In addition, migration policy in the Caribbean is not just a legal framework, but a complex reflection of national identity, economic ambitions and social dynamics. It offers a deeper understanding of the complex relationship between politics and migration, paving the way for informed policies and initiatives that can contribute to more inclusive and sustainable societies in the Caribbean and beyond [6]. Keywords: migration processes, migration policy, regulations, socio-economic factors, international borders, Caribbean. References: 1. Anderson Wolseley W. Caribbean Immigrants: A Socio-Demographic Profile. Canadian Scholars. Toronto: Press Inc.1993. 160 p.75 2. David Scott. Conscripts of Modernity: The Tragedy of Colonial Enlightenment. Review by: Emma Kowal Source. Wiley on behalf of Oceania Publications, University of Sydney. 2007. Vol. 77, No. P. 374-3 112 3. Dominguez Virginia From Neighbor to Stranger: The Dilemma of Caribbean Peoples in the United States. Antilles Research Program.Yale University. 1975. 177 p. 4. Elizabeth Thomas-Hope Skilled labour migration from developing countries: Study on the Caribbean Region. International Migration Programme, International Labour Office. 2002. 50 p. 5. Faist T. Transnationalization in International Migration: Implications for the Study of Citizenship and Culture. Ethnic and Racial Studies. 2000. P. 189 – 222 6. Latin America – Caribbean Centre Intra-Caribbean migration: The Caribbean connection (1898-present). Latin American-Caribbean Centre. 2002. 145 p.