The Intelligence from The Economist Moving stories: the UN’s refugee report
Jun 19, 2019
Robert Guest, Foreign editor for The Economist, shares his expertise on the alarming rise in global refugees due to conflicts in Syria, Ethiopia, and Venezuela, exploring government responses. Natasha Loader, Health policy editor, discusses the significant Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and why it hasn’t been declared an international emergency. They also touch on Thailand's groundbreaking legalization of medical marijuana, discussing its implications and the public's mixed reactions to this groundbreaking initiative.
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Rising Displacement
- Global displacement is rising, nearing 71 million, significantly up from 43 million a decade ago.
- Conflicts are lasting longer, hindering peacemaking efforts and driving displacement.
Ethiopian Displacement
- Ethiopia's political reforms have sparked ethnic cleansing, displacing over a million.
- Groups are vying for territorial control before the 2020 elections.
Venezuelan Exodus
- Venezuela's economic collapse under Maduro has led to a mass exodus.
- Over 10% of the population has fled, seeking refuge in neighboring countries.