Türkiye hosts 4.3M foreigners, including over 3M Syrians
Istiklal Street adorned with Turkish flags following the deadly explosion the previous day, in Istanbul, Türkiye, 14 November 2022. (EPA-EFE/Erdem Sahin)
Türkiye’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced that, as of October 4, 2024, Türkiye is hosting over 4.3 million foreign nationals at the “International Consultation Conference on Migration and Human Rights.”
These include more than 1 million with residence permits, over 3 million Syrians under temporary protection and 213,169 individuals under international protection.
Türkiye’s commitment to international human rights
Speaking at the conference, Yerlikaya emphasized Türkiye remains committed to all international human rights agreements. He pointed out that Türkiye’s migration management policies align with its national interests, rooted in human rights and civilization values.
Legal framework and migration policy
Yerlikaya highlighted the significance of the 6458 Foreigners and International Protection Law, enacted in 2013, which reformed migration management. He stressed that Türkiye not only ensures physical safety for migrants but also provides access to education, healthcare and basic rights.
Addressing irregular migration
Yerlikaya acknowledged that irregular migration remains a global challenge. He emphasized Türkiye’s zero-tolerance approach to mistreatment in deportation centers and its commitment to human rights during the deportation process.
