How important are remittances for emerging Asia?

Concern is growing that the ongoing debt problems in the euro-zone could lead to another global financial and economic crisis. Remittances should provide a relatively stable source of income, providing some support for the region’s economies. During previous crises, remittances have continued to rise even when other forms of inward flows have crashed.

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