a number which excludes those who make often risky undocumented journeys across borders -- the report said. Many end up living in slums, with little access to services. But their contributions are key to the economies of their home countries -- remittances sent home by migrants are second only to oil in terms of international monetary flows. "Accepted or not, the flow will not ebb. People will not stop seeking advancement in whaterwer countries can provide it. And issues of difference will not be solved by trying to stem the tide of humanity that is already on the move," the report said. --SP 2336 Local Time 2036 GMT
