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What was one of the main initial goals of the working group established by the OAS to address the Venezuelan migrant and refugee crisis?

  • Provide housing for Venezuelan refugees.
  • Create a military response plan.
  • Establish migration quotas for refugees.
  • Collect testimonies from refugees. (correct)

Which of the following statements is true regarding the efforts made by the OAS working group?

  • It implemented strict border controls to manage migration.
  • It successfully created a comprehensive solution to manage refugee flows.
  • It provided financial assistance to all Venezuelan refugees.
  • It primarily focused on raising awareness and establishing dialogues. (correct)

What type of humanitarian initiatives were included in the working group's efforts?

  • Implementing economic sanctions on Venezuela.
  • Establishing refugee camps in the U.S.
  • Political lobbying for better laws.
  • Fieldwork in countries receiving Venezuelan migrants. (correct)

Why has the OAS working group's approach been criticized?

<p>It failed to address the issue in any significant way. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the overall impact of the initiatives by the working group according to the content?

<p>They have not produced a united, comprehensive solution. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the population is expected to live in urban areas by 2024?

<p>82% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following estimates the number of Venezuelans who have emigrated in the last decade?

<p>1.8 million (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization reaffirmed the existence of crimes against humanity in Venezuela?

<p>Organization of American States (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event marked the presidency of Maduro in Venezuela?

<p>Presidential Election in 2013 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant consequence of the situation in Venezuela as indicated by the brain drain?

<p>Exodus of skilled professionals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of a more lenient regularisation process for migrants?

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Which group is an example of migrants benefiting from prima facie recognition in the regularisation process?

<p>Venezuelan migrants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may cities adopt more lenient regularisation processes based on?

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What is one potential consequence of a more lenient regularisation method for a host country?

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What strategy have some countries employed instead of adopting lenient regularisation processes?

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What is a key difference between countries that adopt lenient regularisation and those that do not?

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What is one reason that lenient regularisation can be beneficial for migrants?

<p>It allows them to engage in the formal economy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What economic impact can result from the regularisation of asylum-seeking refugees?

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What does the term 'migrant' refer to?

<p>A person who has moved across an international border or within a State. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is 'migration flow' defined?

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What characterizes an 'irregular migrant'?

<p>Someone who entered a country illegally or has lost legal status. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of regularisation?

<p>To prevent migrants from being deported and allow them access to services. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What benefits can regularisation provide to host countries?

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What percentage of Venezuelan migrants are reported as undocumented?

<p>40% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes a host country?

<p>Any country where migrants take residence for an extended time. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'national sovereignty'?

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What does 'prima facie' imply?

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What impact does granting legal status to irregular migrants have?

<p>It enables regular participation in the formal workforce. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What recent geopolitical action did the OAS General Secretariat address regarding Venezuela?

<p>Recent actions by the Venezuelan regime towards Guyana (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a theme of the statement issued by OHCHR concerning Venezuela?

<p>Human rights violations leading to hunger and malnutrition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which country’s leader expressed a desire for dialogue with both the Venezuelan government and opposition?

<p>Brazil (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the U.S. Mission's statement regarding Venezuela?

<p>A declaration on the ongoing political crisis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been a consistent challenge mentioned regarding President Maduro's leadership in Venezuela?

<p>Opposition claims of his governmental weaknesses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which document discusses public security and the right to life in Venezuela?

<p>This Is No Way to Live: Public Security and Right to Life in Venezuela (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has been suggested as a necessary measure to alleviate humanitarian issues in Venezuela?

<p>Focus on human rights rather than charity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What recent statements have been made about Venezuela's economic situation?

<p>The economy faces severe challenges amidst ongoing crises (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant challenge to implementing a regional response for Venezuelan refugees?

<p>The varying capacities of OAS member states. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which document serves as a widely accepted definition of refugees in the region?

<p>The Cartagena Declaration. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential issue may arise from political changes within member countries regarding regional refugee policies?

<p>A disruption of strategy implementation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might member states perceive ceding control over their immigration policies as problematic?

<p>It may threaten their national sovereignty. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for the successful coordination of regional policies regarding Venezuelan migrants?

<p>Robust administrative mechanisms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of definition for refugees can the OAS directly adopt?

<p>A legally non-binding definition. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What specific aspect should be modified to allow for standardized criteria for Venezuelans?

<p>The definition of refugees. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might complicate the establishment of synchronised policies across the entire region?

<p>Complex and slow administrative mechanisms. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Venezuela's Brain Drain

A significant emigration of skilled and educated Venezuelans due to economic and political instability in the country.

Venezuelan Presidential Election of 2013

Nicolás Maduro won the presidential election in Venezuela in 2013.

PGA Group's emigration estimate

In 2015, PGA Group estimated 1.8 million Venezuelans emigrated in 10 years.

Crimes Against Humanity in Venezuela (2009)

The OAS reported crimes against humanity in Venezuela in 2009.

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Venezuelan emigration (2015 estimate)

A considerable number of Venezuelans emigrated in the past ten years, as estimated by PGA group in 2015, approximately 1.8 million.

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Venezuelan Migrant/Refugee Crisis

A significant issue in Latin America, requiring international attention and solutions regarding the influx of Venezuelans seeking refuge or migration.

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Regional Humanitarian Plans

International efforts established in the region to address the urgent humanitarian needs of Venezuelan migrants and refugees.

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OAS Working Group

Group created by the Organization of American States (OAS) to address the Venezuelan migrant and refugee situation.

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Limited Comprehensive Solution

The OAS Working Group's primary focus is awareness-raising and dialogue, lacks a unified, complete approach to the refugee flows.

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Forced Migration

The movement of people from their homes due to threats or other factors that make it unsafe to remain.

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Migrant

A person who moves across an international border or within a country, leaving their usual residence.

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Migration flow

The number of migrants crossing a border within a specific timeframe to establish residence.

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Irregular migrant

A person who lacks legal status in a transit or host country due to irregular entry, breaking entry conditions, or visa expiry.

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Regularisation

The process of granting legal status to irregular migrants.

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Host country

A country where migrants take up residence for extended periods.

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National sovereignty

A nation's independent power and ability to govern without external interference.

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Prima facie

A fact or presumption accepted as true unless proven otherwise.

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How does regularisation benefit migrants?

Regularisation stabilises a migrant's status, preventing deportation. It allows them to work formally, access healthcare, and education.

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How does regularisation benefit host countries?

Regularisation can boost social security revenue, increase tax income, and make data on the economy more reliable.

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What is the challenge related to Venezuelan migrants and regularisation?

Many Venezuelan migrants remain undocumented, entering host countries as irregular migrants. This could be addressed by easing regularisation processes.

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Security Benefits of Regularisation

Regularisation helps countries improve security by better managing and tracking migrants.

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Economic Benefits of Lenient Regularisation

More lenient rules for migrants can attract more people, boosting tax revenue and filling labour shortages.

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Prima Facie Recognition

A simplified process of granting legal status to migrants based on specific, predetermined criteria.

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Lenient Regularisation vs. Cartagena Declaration

While lenient regularisation can benefit countries, it may conflict with the Cartagena Declaration's principles of protecting refugees.

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Patchwork of Temporary Permits

Countries often use temporary permits and other short-term solutions to manage migrant flows instead of full regularisation

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Leveraging Existing Programs for Migrants

Using existing programs like visas or asylum processes to provide alternative paths to legal status.

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Venezuelan Migrant Regularisation

The example of Venezuela shows how lenient regularisation can offer a path to legal status for many migrants.

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Cartagena Declaration

A regional definition of refugees adopted by 14 Latin American countries, offering a broader definition than the 1951 Refugee Convention.

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Challenges to Regional Response

Obstacles to establishing a unified regional approach to Venezuelan refugees, including sovereignty concerns, administrative complexity, political instability, and differing national capacities.

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Sovereignty Concerns

Countries may be reluctant to cede control over their immigration policies or border security, fearing a loss of independence.

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Administrative Complexity

Coordinating and implementing policies across the entire region requires intricate administrative mechanisms that can be difficult to establish and operate efficiently.

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Political Instability

Changes in government within individual countries can disrupt or derail the implementation of a regional strategy.

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Differing National Capacities

Countries have varying levels of resources, political will, and bureaucratic capacity to accept Venezuelan migrants, leading to uneven distribution of responsibility.

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Legally Non-Binding Definition

A definition of refugees that is not legally enforceable, like the Cartagena Declaration, relies on voluntary cooperation and may be less effective in standardizing refugee status.

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Standardized Criteria for Venezuelans

A set of consistent rules for identifying and classifying Venezuelan migrants as refugees, aiming for a more uniform response across the region.

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Venezuela's Economic Collapse

A severe economic downturn in Venezuela, marked by high inflation, shortages of basic goods, and a decline in living standards.

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Venezuelan Emigration

The large-scale departure of Venezuelans from their country, seeking better opportunities and fleeing economic hardship and political instability.

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Human Rights Violations in Venezuela

Numerous reports document abuses, including arbitrary arrests, torture, and restrictions on freedom of expression.

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OAS (Organization of American States)

An international organization focused on promoting democracy, human rights, and economic development in the Americas.

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Maduro's Grip on Power

Nicolás Maduro, the current President of Venezuela, has maintained his rule despite opposition and international condemnation.

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Regional Response to Venezuelan Migrants

Countries in Latin America have been working to address the influx of Venezuelan migrants and refugees, providing humanitarian assistance and support.

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Lula's Dialogue Efforts

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has attempted to engage with both the Venezuelan government and opposition, seeking to find a solution to the crisis.

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UN Expert's Call for Human Rights

A UN expert emphasizes the need to address human rights issues as a key solution to hunger and malnutrition in Venezuela.

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Study Notes

Organisation of American States (OAS) Study Guide

  • The OAS is a regional body in the Americas, dating back to 1889
  • Established on April 14, 1890
  • Initial purpose was for collecting and distributing commercial information
  • Became the Pan-American Union in 1910
  • Permanent headquarters in Washington, DC
  • OAS Charter adopted in 1948
  • OAS has 34 independent member states
  • Focuses on democracy, human rights, security, and development

Topic 1: The Question of the Venezuelan Migrant Crisis

  • Venezuela's migrant crisis is one of the world's largest

  • Over 7.7 million Venezuelans have left since 2014

  • 85% settled in Latin America

  • 17 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean accepted over 6.5 million refugees

  • Host nations face strains accommodating these refugees

  • Some host countries restrict refugee flow

  • Crisis stems from Venezuela's multi-faceted humanitarian, political, and economic crisis

  • Concerns about Maduro's regime's human rights violations and democratic erosion

  • Rampant hyperinflation, widespread poverty, soaring crime rates, and acute food shortages

  • OAS should address the crisis to maintain legitimacy

  • OAS uniquely situated to address this issue

  • Importance of short- and medium-term solutions to manage refugee flows

  • Long-term solutions to address the root cause of the crisis (Venezuela's internal situation)

Topic 2: The Question of Gang Violence in Latin America

  • Gang violence is a prevalent issue across the region

  • Gang violence includes trafficking, armed robbery, and kidnapping

  • Gang violence significantly impacts Latin American societies and regional stability

  • Increased violence and presence of gangs prompted by varied causes

  • Lack of education, financial struggles, and lack of law enforcement frequently cited

  • Some gang violence is spurred by socio-economic and political contexts

  • Gang violence and its impact on countries of concern

  • Impacts of gang violence on individual countries' economies and political stability

  • Importance of international cooperation to address the multifaceted issue of gang violence

  • Importance of addressing the root causes of gang violence, including social inequality, economic disparities, and lack of educational opportunities

  • Identifying solutions can be complex due to different socio-political priorities.

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