Reflecting on the situation of the Venezuelan migrant population

Abstract

This article is an analysis of the Venezuelan migration phenomenon, particularly in its regulatory, political, and socioeconomic dimensions in the border municipalities of Colombia and Peru, as a contribution to the research project "Evaluation of the socioeconomic impact of the Venezuelan migrant population in the municipalities of Pasto and Ipiales (Colombia) and Tumbes and Zarumilla (Peru)," which aims to identify the migratory, social, and economic conditions of this population in border contexts. From an empirical-analytical approach, a structured review of secondary sources was developed to identify patterns, gaps, and existing approaches to Venezuelan migration and its impact on the receiving regions. The methodology allowed the information to be organized according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, the quality of the selected studies to be assessed, and an interpretive synthesis to be generated on state responses, the rights situation of migrants, and their living conditions. Among the main findings are the heterogeneity of public policies, the persistence of barriers to access to essential services, and the relevance of the international regulatory framework as a reference point. In addition, the value of the document review was evident in understanding the phenomenon from a comparative and multisecular perspective, allowing for more focused lines of research. In conclusion, the systematic literature review provided a conceptual and contextual framework that guided the construction of a rigorous diagnosis, favors the identification of good practices, and supports the formulation of more inclusive public policies in border territories.