| Series |
The development dimension
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| Partial contents |
pt. 1. Financial flows generated by emigration and their impact on regional development -- pt. 2. Remittances and financial infrastructure : challenges and prospects -- pt. 3. Macroeconomic impact of remittances -- pt. 4. Recent initiatives to channel remittances towards development -- pt. 5. Remittances and promotion of development : some proposals. |
| Abstract |
This publication presents the current situation with regard to the magnitude and economic impact of migrants remittances to their countries of origin. In 2004, remittances exceeded official development aid in several emigration countries: they totalled USD 126 billion according to IMF estimates. The book surveys the channels used to collect these funds; the role of banking systems and other financial institutions; the introduction of new technologies and their impact on fund collection; how the funds are transferred; and how to reduce the costs. Focus is also placed on the different ways in which migrants themselves participate -- together with non-governmental organizations, host countries and sending countries -- to open up new avenues for policies on development aid and co-development. The direct role that migrants can play at the local level is highlighted. Several countries and regions are illustrated: Southern European countries, Mexico, Turkey, North African and sub-Saharan African countries, the Philippines and some Latin American countries.--Publisher summary |
| General note | Proceedings of an international conference (held in February 2005 in Marrakech) on Migration, Remittances and Economic Development of Sending Countries. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Other forms | Available both in print and online. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2008359035 |
| ISBN | 9264013881 |
| ISBN | 9789264013889 |
