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How to get migration right

201911 minPG

Synopsis

Australia granted just over 160,000 permanent work visas in the year leading up to June 2018, reflecting its high openness to immigration.

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Why Watch

  • See how Australia manages its high migrant population.
  • Find out why migrants contribute more to the economy than they take.
  • Meet Anna, a migrant from India redefining her identity.

Did You Know

  • Migrants make up only around 3.5 percent of the world's population.
  • Australia has the highest migrant share of population among OECD countries.
  • In the 12 months leading up to June 2018, Australia issued over 160,000 permanent work visas.
  • Australia's economy has grown 22-fold since the 1970s due to migration.

Perfect For

Migration policy enthusiastsEconomics studentsCultural diversity advocates
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Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of the world's population are migrants?

Migrants make up only around 3.5 percent of the world's population.

How many permanent work visas did Australia give out in the year leading up to June 2018?

In the 12 months leading up to June 2018, Australia gave out just over 160,000 permanent work visas.

What was the economic growth of Australia since the 1970s?

Since the 1970s, Australia's economy has grown 22 fold.

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