International Relations2026
Consider the following statements about platforms for multilateral co-operation:
- The 'Colombo Process' is a regional consultative process in which member states take binding decisions by consensus.
- The 'Abu Dhabi Dialogue' is a voluntary non-binding consultative process among Asian countries of labour origin and destination to facilitate regional cooperation on contractual labour mobility.
- The 'Global Forum for Migration and Development', created upon the proposal of a former UN Secretary General, is a voluntary forum whose decisions are non-binding in nature.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
The correct option is 2 and 3 only. The Colombo Process is not a binding decision-making body; it operates as a platform for consultation, focusing on issues related to the movement of migrant workers in South Asia, but does not impose binding commitments. In contrast, both the Abu Dhabi Dialogue and the Global Forum for Migration and Development serve as voluntary and non-binding platforms aimed at fostering cooperation among countries concerning migration and development issues, aligning with the trend of multilateral dialogue seeking consensus without the enforcement of legal obligations, which is particularly relevant in global governance discussions.