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The 2015 EU‐Africa joint Valletta action plan on immigration: A parable of complex interdependence

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: In 2015, as the “refugee crisis” unfolded, the European Union negotiated deals respectively with Turkey and many African countries to stem the influx of asylum seekers. But little comparatively has been said about its African deal, the Joint Valletta Action Plan (JVAP) and its impact. Using migration policy theories, this article shows that the African deal, embodied in the concept of “shared responsibility,” amounts to a special kind of interest, complex interdependence. Specifically, while parties held onto their interests (territorial integrity for the Europeans and economic development for the Africans), there was a new sense, especially on the part of the Europeans, that both parties needed each other's help (cooperation) to advance these interests. As a result, concrete measures such as the EU Emergency Trust Fund were formulated. Looking at their “effects,” these measures have been positive in most policy domains.

Source: International Migration

DOI: 10.1111/imig.12953

Authors: Mahama Tawat, Eileen Lamptey

Institutions: Malmö University, Akrofi-Christaller Institute of Theology, Mission and Culture

Language: English

Topic: Gender and Women's Rights

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Partnerships for the goals

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,750