How Immigration Is Remapping Europe
Immigration has become one of the most divisive and characteristic forces shaping modern European society. From labor shortages and declining populations to cultural integration and political division, the movement of individuals across borders is remapping Europe's future in profound and complex ways. Historically, Europe has served as both destination and source for immigration. In recent decades, though, it has been an immigrants' magnet from the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe. These migrations driven by conflict, economic imbalance, education, and family reunification are having profound impacts upon the demographics, economies, social fabric, and politics of Europe. In this piece, we examine how immigration is reshaping the future of Europe both the opportunities that lie within it and the challenges it presents. #1 Demographic Transformation: Managing an Aging Population: One of the most pressing issues in Europe is demographic decline....