December 2021 Pandemics and Border Restrictions - Improving Responses Now and Building for Future Preparedness The Omicron variant has triggered a fresh round of border control measures and travel restrictions despite the World Health Organization’s statement that “Blanket travel bans will not prevent the international spread of Omicron, and they place a heavy burden on lives and livelihoods.” Tags: Geneva; Human Rights and Refugees; Migration and Displacement Related Areas of Work Migration and Displacement Human Rights & Refugees