New Books in Sociology The Future of Migration: A Discussion with Hein de Haas
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Dec 23, 2023 Hein de Haas, author of 'How Migration Really Works: The Facts About the Most Divisive Issue in Politics,' busts myths about migration and discusses labor demand, poverty's impact on migration, remittances, immigration discourse, and policy practices.
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Global Migration Is Not Exploding
- International migration is not an unprecedented crisis; migrants are roughly 3% of the world population.
- Refugees and irregular migrants form small, stable shares, so the narrative of an out-of-control wave is misleading.
Europe's Migration Reversal Explained
- Western Europe experienced a 'global migration reversal' from source to destination, changing local politics and demographics.
- The structural rise in migration to the West reflects labor demand and demographic shifts, not only illegal crossings.
UK Numbers Mask Migration Composition
- Recent UK net migration spikes reflect students, refugees, and varied visa categories rather than only skilled labor.
- Universities and labor shortages drive many inflows, so headlines focusing on 'skilled' migrants miss key composition details.