The Joe Walker Podcast Abul Rizvi — Inside Immigration Policy [Aus. Policy Series - LIVE]
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Jan 31, 2025 Abul Rizvi, a former Deputy Secretary of the Department of Immigration in Australia, shares his extensive knowledge on immigration and population policy. He dives into the transformative changes in Australia's immigration landscape since the early 2000s, particularly the rise in skilled migration and the role of international students. The conversation touches on the complex demographic challenges Australia faces, including declining fertility and the economic impact of high-skilled immigrants, underscoring the importance of a well-balanced immigration strategy in shaping the future.
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Counterfactual Australia
- Without post-WWII mass migration, Australia would resemble a smaller, older Japan.
- Lower population, higher median age, and deaths exceeding births would be characteristic.
Government Control
- The Australian government has less direct control over migration levels than people assume.
- Policy changes take years to manifest, and temporary migration adds complexity.
Visa Overstays
- Approximately 100,000 individuals in Australia have exhausted visa options, posing a removal challenge.
- Joe Walker consults Peter MacDonald and poses this challenge to Abul Rizvi.
