Refugees Brings Economic Benefits to Cities

Refugees are now more likely to live in cities than in refugee camps, bringing with them planning challenges but also opportunities for economic growth. “Even if cities struggle to accommodate large flows of migrants, they also largely benefit from their presence and work,” said UN Deputy Secretary General Jan Eliasson, at a meeting on refugees and cities […]
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