Vincent Chetail recently appeared on Geopolitis (RTS), providing valuable insights into migration challenges and the unintended effects of stricter laws. As the director of the Global Migration Centre at IHEID Geneva, Chetail offered a fresh perspective on the complexities of migration. He discusses the new US policy of asylum at its South border with Mexico and he questions its compatibility with international refugee law, alongside the recent statements of UNHCR and IOM.

Chetail addressed migratory reforms cautioning against an excessive focus on control and advocating for comprehensive and sustainable solutions that should be based on the realities of migration rather than polarised views of the subject fueled by electioneering. He also emphasized the growth of an illegal business associated with migration, attributing it in part to stricter laws that inadvertently incentivize smuggling networks.

Chetail's expertise prompts a reevaluation of migration policies, urging policymakers to strike a balance between control measures and addressing root causes. His insights contribute to the development of a comprehensive approach to migration in our increasingly complex world.