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Ireland becomes member of the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD)
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Today Ireland became a member of the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD).
The ICMPD is an international organisation based in Vienna, which is focused on the development and implementation of long-term strategies to manage migration for its members. The centre analyses migratory flows experienced by European States to develop measures for the improved recognition and control of migratory movements.
On Ireland’s membership Minister McEntee stated:
“Global migration is increasingly complex and multifaceted. Ireland cannot go it alone; effective migration policy cannot be developed or implemented in isolation. Ireland becoming a member of the International Centre for Migration Policy Development is very welcome and brings a wealth of expertise which will be an invaluable resource to Irish policymakers.
“I commend and thank Ambassador O’Leary and the officials in Vienna and Dublin for their work in securing Ireland’s membership, which will really enhance Ireland’s ability to engage and cooperate on migration globally.”
The ICMPD was founded in 1993 and has 21 member states, 16 EU and 5 non-EU Member States. The ICMPD is active in more than 90 countries worldwide with over 715 partners including European Union institutions and United Nations agencies. The organisation has also built extensive partnerships with countries of origin and is locally represented in 36 countries including in North and Sub-Saharan Africa, Central and South Asia and the Middle-East.
On today’s announcement ICMPD Director-General Michael Spindelegger, stated:
“We are delighted to welcome Ireland as our newest Member State. ICMPD’s Member States represent a group of countries highly relevant to and uniquely positioned in tackling issues around migration; and Ireland has been an active stakeholder in these efforts. As a Member State, Ireland will further strengthen the strategic dimension of our engagement with the European Union and beyond.”
Director-General Spindelegger, also added:
“Beyond being a destination country for migrants, Ireland’s active collaboration with ICMPD and the country’s experience in responding to various migration themes, will strengthen our possibilities to respond jointly and more effectively to the opportunities and challenges, and work towards improved migration systems at the regional level.”