The Illusion of Migration as Development

Immanuel Ness critiques the belief that migration drives economic development, revealing how it often merely aids survival and perpetuates exploitation.

For more on this topic, read his book, "Migration as Economic Imperialism" https://www.politybooks.com/bookdetai...

Learn more about his work at https://immanuelness.com/

Immanuel Ness, a professor of political science at Brooklyn College, examines the limited benefits and significant drawbacks of migration as a development strategy. He argues that migration, often framed as a solution for economic growth, primarily helps individuals survive rather than fostering genuine development. Ness highlights the exploitative nature of current migration regimes, emphasizing the disparity between wealthy and poorer nations. He calls for a rethinking of migration policies, advocating for greater mobility rights and a development approach originating from the Global South.