Asia Pacific Briefing Paper Annex: Country Profiles

This Annex compiles short country profiles for the 19 countries that were included in a research mapping carried out for Immigration Detention and Alternatives to Detention in the Asia Pacific Region and should be read in parallel to the paper. The countries covered were selected on the basis that they host mixed migration movements, are in migration corridors, and where there are promising practices in ATD whether in law, policy, or practice. Data collection was conducted from October 2021 to March 2022, primarily via desk research. Where possible, detailed input was obtained from national stakeholders and experts working at the national level. Country profiles were sent for review and comments by national and regional offices of UN Migration Network members, as well as IDC members and partners from civil society.