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Strengthen coordination among relevant ministries at national level as
well as at the international level on data collection.
Progressive development of compatible systems for collecting, processing
and exchanging information through such measures as
approximation and gradual harmonization of definitions and criteria
for data collection.
Promotion of technical assistance and capacity building activities for
those countries requiring technical and financial assistance with
regard to migration data collection and management.
c. Exchange of Information and Data
A more global approach to migration management includes an exchange of
information on migratory flows, migration trends, national migration policy
and legislation. The exchange of information and data between States contributes
to a better mutual understanding of migration issues, in particular
economic and social aspects of migration in different regions, such as the
effects of labour migration and integration as well as causes and effects of trafficking
and smuggling in human beings. States are more and more recognizing
that concerted efforts are needed to enhance and improve the exchange
of information and sharing of experiences on migration management among
States.
Effective practices with regard to the exchange of information and data:
Promotion of bilateral and multilateral exchange of information, data
and experience at policy and operational levels.
Strengthening the exchange of information and data on migration
legislation and procedures for analysis and review including, in particular,
regulations governing the admission and stay of migrants,
migrant experiences as well as policy and operational responses.
Promotion of data and information sharing arrangements between
States, including other relevant stakeholders where appropriate, taking
due account of privacy and security concerns.
d. Data Protection
The increasing need for the exchange of data at all levels between States with
a view to combat irregular migration has highlighted the issue of protection
of personal data. The challenge facing policy makers is to ensure the protec-
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