Not a money problem. There is no clear pattern that explains why Asia is missing in action regarding refugees. read more
The majority of the immigrants are economic welfare-tourists, and they have no interest in setteling in a country without great benefits. Most Asian countries do not give out benefits to immigrants, and hence do very few want to come. One sees the same in Europe. read more
Of the third of a million people who have arrived by sea this year, most are from the Arab world: half are from Syria, while Iraq and Sudan are also among the top 10 countries of refugees’ nationality. read more
Admittedly, while the Arab states of the GCC might not have officially resettled any of the Syrian refugees, it would be incorrect to say that Arab states have not received any of the millions of Syrians who have been displaced since the civil war began. read more