The Interdiction of Asylum Seekers at Sea: Law and (Mal)practice in Europe and Australia (Kaldor Centre Policy Brief, 2017) (original) (raw)

This policy brief examines the increasing challenges faced by asylum seekers who embark on perilous sea journeys, focusing on the legal frameworks and practices in Europe and Australia. It highlights the contrast between international law obligations, such as the duty to rescue under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), and the restrictive measures implemented by states, which often prioritize interdiction over humanitarian responsibilities. The brief argues that the current approaches not only fail to protect vulnerable migrants but also undermine established human rights and refugee law.