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Human rights violations at international borders: trends, prevention, and accountability

Below we summarize the evolution of the legislative framework, measures affecting border governance, and the development of independent border-monitoring mechanisms at the national level. Finally, we point to some recommendations. It should be noted that our analysis is based on evidence from a three-year project carried out by CEDESO and OBMICA: 'Joining efforts to prevent arbitrary detentions and/or...'

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Below we summarize the evolution of the legislative framework, the measures affecting border governance, and the development of independent border-monitoring mechanisms at the national level. Finally, we offer some recommendations. It should be noted that our analysis is based on evidence from a three-year project carried out by CEDESO and OBMICA: "Joining efforts to prevent arbitrary detentions and/or deportations of migrants and their descendants" (EIDHR/2019/412-833).

Human rights violations at international borders: trends, prevention, and accountability