Towards an Understanding of the Root Causes of Forced Migration: The Political Economy of "Natural" Disasters
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Author(s)
Cohen, Charles
Werker, Eric
Date Issued
April 2004
Publisher
Inter-University Committee on International Migration
Series/Report no.
Rosemarie Rogers Working Paper Series;25
Abstract
Natural disasters occur in a political space. Although events beyond our control may trigger a disaster, the level of government preparedness and response greatly determines the extent of suffering incurred by the affected population. We use a political economy model of disaster prevention, supported by case studies, that explains why some governments prepare well for disasters and others do not. We also show how the presence of international aid distorts this choice and increases the chance that governments will under-invest. Policy suggestions that may alleviate this problem are discussed.
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