One of the biggest challenges facing the Asia-Pacific region in the 21st century is the large scale cross-border movement of people. This book explores: sovereignty; security issues and border-management strategies of major states, in the face of intensified transnational economic and social...

If well managed, migration generates benefits for migrants, their countries of origin and the countries they settle in. For migrants, it can help them expand their skill sets and improve their standard of living. For destination countries, it can alleviate demographic pressures and foster...

Origins, historical development, and patterns of Japanese migration to Latin America -- The first save of Japanese migration to Latin America -- The second wave: Post-World War II period -- Latin American emigration as a national strategy -- Building the emigration machinery -- Post-World War II...