Turkiye’s humanitarian approach to refugees, particularly in the context of the Syrian civil war, stands as one of the most significant and large-scale efforts in modern history. As of 2023, Turkiye hosts the largest refugee population in the world, with over 3.6 million registered Syrian refugees and approximately 300,000 others from various countries, including Iraq, Afghanistan and Iran. This piece delves into Turkiye’s policies, the economic and social impact of hosting such a vast number of refugees and the challenges and successes of its approach. Turkiye’s refugee policy framework Turkiye’s approach to refugees is shaped by its geographical location, straddling Europe and the Middle East, and its historical experience with migration. The country is a signatory to the 1951 Geneva […]
