Colombia ranks third in OECD migrant origin as permanent migration falls 1.6%

OECD data for 2025 shows permanent migration to member countries fell 1.6% year-on-year, marking a second consecutive annual decline. Colombia is now the third-largest country of origin for migrants to the OECD, reflecting sustained emigration pressures. The decline suggests tightening migration policies or reduced demand, but the underlying drivers in Colombia remain unresolved.

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