Papers by Ismael Ahmed Siad
International Migration, 2002
Gundel It also concludes that there is a dire need for more knowledge on the issue, which is refl... more Gundel It also concludes that there is a dire need for more knowledge on the issue, which is reflected in the lack of data found for this specific case. The case shows that poverty is not the only factor for the Somali migration history. Rather, the main reason has been the intertwining of political conflict and the search for economic opportunity. Furthermore, the important effect of remittances on socioeconomic development correlates with political stability, providing an environment for productive investments. It is also shown that remittances have been far more important for livelihood and survival in Somalia than development and humanitarian aid put together.
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Papers by Ismael Ahmed Siad