Irregular migrant maritime traffic in the Mediterranean Sea

Written By Patricia Zaharia
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A new whitepaper on the patterns and background of Mediterranean migrants, and the implications for merchant trade

A variety of ‘push factors’ in Africa and the Middle East, including conflict, poverty, repression and general insecurity, has created an unprecedented flow of refugees and irregular migrants entering Europe. The Mediterranean is their primary route, but it is also controlled by smugglers and traffickers.

This paper gives an overview of the issue and the specific implications for merchant vessels. To read more and download this detailed whitepaper, click below:

Patricia Zaharia
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