Why global migration data should recognise subgroups like the Teochew

Global migration data policies face scrutiny regarding the classification of ethnic and cultural subgroups, such as the Teochew community. This discussion intersects with varying national approaches to demographic data collection and state identity.

In countries such as France and Norway, government censuses strictly omit questions regarding race and ethnicity. These states operate on the premise that categorizing citizens by skin color or ethnic background risks fostering divisions and reinforcing prejudice, driven by a foundational desire to maintain national unity.