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Reporting on COVID in Central Asia

Central Asian countries have seen unprecedented population movements since the outbreak of COVID-19 one year ago. The region is highly dependent on migration and remittances, with the Russian Federation and Kazakhstan the main destinaitons. Many Central Asians work in seasonal or low-skilled work, and became vulnerable when their jobs became unsustainable. IOM has helped thousands to get home, in cooperation with the governments. The latest report from IOM Central Asia can be accessed here