'The use of migration as a geopolitical weapon challenges democracies to combine a clear-eyed view of the world with humanitarian vigilance'
- Posted on September 7, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
As global instability rises, migration has become a strategic tool wielded by state and non-state actors, reshaping international relations. This shift prioritizes geopolitical calculations over humanitarian concerns, leaving vulnerable migrants marginalized. Democratic nations face mounting pressure to balance security interests with ethical obligations, requiring sophisticated policies that address root causes while protecting borders. The challenge demands reconciling pragmatic governance with compassionate responses to displacement crises.
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'The use of migration as a geopolitical weapon challenges democracies to combine a clear-eyed view of the world with humanitarian vigilance'
COLUMN. The emergence of migration as a central geopolitical issue during a time of widespread global destabilization has resulted in the sidelining of the humans who are often its victims, writes Le Monde columnist Philippe Bernard.
