Economic migrants in international law and policy

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In recent years, international labor migration and its social consequences have emerged as a critical issue on the global agenda. The evolving landscape of economic mobility has significantly influenced domestic policies, the activities of international organizations, and international law. The increasing dynamics of economic migration present challenges across various areas of international law, including labor law, humanitarian law, and human rights law. This work examines key documents related to migration regulation and the international protection of migrant workers. It highlights the practical efforts of intergovernmental organizations such as the UN, ILO, UNHCR, EU, COE, OSCE, and OAS in addressing international migration. A substantial portion of the text addresses the legal context surrounding pressing issues like undocumented migration, human trafficking, socio-economic rights of migrants, deportation, migrant employment, healthcare access, asylum, and the rights of specific migrant categories. The analysis is grounded in a thorough review of over one hundred international treaties and documents related to migration, showcasing significant international initiatives aimed at protecting economic migrants from 1919 to 2018.