CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2024
| Author | Polezhaeva, Anastasiia |
|---|---|
| Title | The Instrumentalization of Migration: the EU's Eastern Border |
| Summary | In the contemporary landscape of international migration, this thesis critically engages with the multifaceted challenges stemming from the introduction of the concept of the “instrumentalization of migration” within the European Union (hereinafter – “EU”), with a particular emphasis on its practical effects at the EU’s eastern border. Amidst the global trend of increasing border closures, this research delves into the complex interplay of legislative responses, geopolitical strategies, and their implications for the adherence to the fundamental principle of international law. The structure of the thesis is designed to address key research questions, including the nuanced definition of instrumentalization, the practical application of EU legislation in addressing this phenomenon (with emphasis on Finland-Russia border tensions in 2023), and distinctions between refugees and instrumentalized migrants in terms of human rights entitlements. Additionally, the study explores potential alternative options for addressing the challenges posed by the instrumentalization of migration. Methodologically, the research employs a socio-legal approach, with a primary focus on a doctrinal analysis. Document analysis serves as the principal method, encompassing examination of relevant legislation, case law, legal literature, academic discourse on migration, asylum, and related legal frameworks, as well as policy documents and media analyses. The thesis contributes to the ongoing scholarly discourse on migration policies, border security, and human rights protection. The findings provide a nuanced understanding of the concept of “instrumentalization of migration,” offering insights that may inform future legislative developments and international cooperation efforts in addressing the multifaceted challenges associated with migration at the EU border. |
| Supervisor | Nagy, Boldizsár |
| Department | Legal Studies LLM |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2024/polezhaeva_anastasii.pdf |
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