The emergence of temporary and circular labor migration: a focus on the Moroccan experience

Abstract

In a world characterised by increasing economic openness and rapid technological progress, transnational mobility has become easier and cheaper. Recognising the benefits of the free global movement of people, policymakers are focusing on creating dynamic transnational mobility to benefit from regular immigration, while mitigating the challenges of long-term integration and reducing the risks of illegal migration.

The selective migration policies adopted by many host countries aim to attract highly-skilled migrants to strengthen their human capital, while encouraging the skilled diaspora to return to their countries of origin to boost economic development. In this context, Temporary and Circular Migration (TCM) is emerging as a model of human mobility that benefits countries of origin, host countries and the migrants themselves.

This article explores the importance of TCM as a new model of human mobility, examines the impact of migration policies on future migration trajectories, and analyses the experience of Morocco in this area. By focusing on these aspects through a narrative literature review, our work aims to better understand this new migration paradigm and its role in the current global context.

Keywords: Migration, Temporary, circular, economy, Governance.

Classification JEL: J F22, J61, O15

Paper type: Theoretical Research