MIGNEX Background Paper
A QCA (Qualitative Comparative Analysis) on the development impacts of migration
Using Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) as a method for formalised comparison of 26 research areas in 10 African and Asian countries, this study reveals under which conditions return migration, remittances and migrant investments can impact economic development.
Key takeaways
Transnational networks boost economic well-being: enabling access to opportunities, investments, and support, enhancing economic prosperity.
Voluntary return migration drives economic well-being: Non-forced returns bring back assets and skills, vital for local economic development. Return policies should consider migrants’ post-return conditions.
Remittances alone are insufficient to enhance an economic dynamic and alleviate poverty: Policies must address inequalities to fully utilise remittances for economic development.
