New Developments of Migration and Integration Policies
Language: English
In terms of immigration policy, some countries have introduced a points-based system to welcome high-skilled migrants, while others have reinstated guest worker schemes to introduce low-skilled workers. Some countries are trying to prevent irregular migrants asylum seekers from entering the country by harsh means such as building a wall between the US and Mexico, or by the UK's policy of sending irregular immigrants to Uganda.
In terms of integration policies, some states offer integration classes for new immigrants to learn language and social issues, and some have citizenship classes, citizenship tests and loyalty oaths at the time of naturalisation.
Are these policies effective? Who are they beneficial to? Are there any new developments in immigration and integration policy? The aim of this session is to gain a comparative perspective on latest immigration and integration policies in the world.