RIGHT TO BE RESCUED AND NON-REFOULEMENT OF REFUGEES AT SEA

Authors : Kayser (qaisar) Nasrat

Pages : 777-794

Doi:10.63117/yuhfd.1727867

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Publication Date : 2025-06-26

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Today, asylum and migration are increasing more than ever. Some of this asylum is carried out by sea. In addition to the easy accessibility of sea travel, we are witnessing the tragic sinking of boats and the increase in victims. Therefore, thousands of refugees lose their lives while crossing the seas every year and today it has become a global problem. In this context, the international community must take urgent measures regarding the tragedies of refugee victims. While rescue persons at sea and consequently the right to life are protected by many international documents, the right to life of refugees is no different. This study examines the problems experienced by refugees at sea, the responsibilities of the target state and coastal states, international documents on the subject and the human rights of refugees. It also addresses the issue of protecting human rights, especially the right to life at sea. As a result of the study, the strict policies of the coastal state and target states to prevent refugees from entering their countries cause refugees to face major risks at sea. Therefore, states must act in accordance with international human rights and law of the sea in order to protect refugees.
Keywords : Asylum Seekers, Human R ghts, Non-refoulement, Rescue at Sea, Refugees.

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