Debate centers on migration as a tool for economic management and skill shortages
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Updated Jul 1
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What happened
Migration is viewed by some as a tool for economic management that helps countries respond to demographic change and fill skill shortages globally. In Australia, the government's Skilled Migration Scheme is under debate regarding the ranking of trades, with nurses and health professionals in tier one and teachers in tier two. Construction trades are currently in the third tier of the scheme.
Why it matters
The policy debate centers on whether the current skilled migration priorities adequately address national needs, such as housing crises. Separately, officials have warned that high labor migration can lead to skilled worker shortages in nations like Sri Lanka.
From dailymail.com, sundaytimes.lk
Who's involved
- Amanda RishworthAustralian politician questioned on the priorities of the Skilled Migration Scheme
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Tightening visa rules are being implemented to manage net overseas migration.Sub-event
- Reports highlight emigration ties to global travel and alternative destinations to traditional tourist hubs involving Kaiping, Amersfoort, and Amsterdam.Sub-event
- Policy changes are affecting skilled migrant reliance within the Australian business and mining sectors.Sub-event
Government sets priorities for skilled migration visas.1 source
- EEC membership accelerated migration trends, driven by post-WWII labor needs and contributions from former colonies.Sub-event
General statement about migration being used as an economic tool.1 source