Policy-makers often mistakenly view host state security and refugee security as unrelated–or even opposing–factors.
In reality, refugee protection and state stability are linked together; undermining one factor weakens the other.
Policies to protect refugees, both physically and legally, reduce potential threats from the crisis and bolster state security.
In general, risks of conflict are higher when refugees live in oppressive settings, lack legal income-generation options, and are denied education for their youth.