Migrants crisis: playing a part

THIS WEEK'S TOPIC: What is the proper humanitarian response to the Mediterranean migrants crisis? Do other nations, beyond Europe, also bear a responsibility to do their part?

Nick Foley President, Southeast Asia & Pacific Landor

IF THE "Free World" were a brand, then now would be an opportune time to demonstrate how the brand is relevant, distinct and credible with regard to its competitors - namely "socialism", "communism" and "extreme dictatorships". Democratic market economies in Europe, the US and Asia are all part of the "Free World". Because of this, the countries that value freedom and justice have a role to play in the refugee crisis.

Nations within the Free World need to do their part to accommodate those who have recently left war-torn nations. The accommodation may be temporary or long-term. Regardless of which it is, there is a need to step up and take responsibility for those who have bee…