Globalization, Global Migration and its impact on a regional level

Table of Contents

• Introduction
  • Globalization and Global Migration
• Field Study: The border between Spain and Morocco
  • The importance of the border between Spain and Morocco
  • What kind of migration takes place and what are the reasons behind it?
  • Spain, Emigration and Immigration
  • Immigration politics of Spain
  • Morocco and Mediterranean Migration
• Conclusion

Objectives and Key Themes

This paper aims to examine the impact of globalization and global migration on a regional level, specifically focusing on the border between Spain and Morocco. It explores the various forms of migration taking place in this region, the motivations behind them, and how local authorities and international actors, such as the European Union, are responding to these movements.

• Globalization and its influence on migration patterns
• The complexities of global migration and its impact on the Mediterranean region
• The role of the border between Spain and Morocco as a symbol of global division and the challenges of migration control
• The impact of immigration policies on Spain and Morocco
• The role of the European Union in shaping migration patterns and control measures

Chapter Summaries

The introduction provides a definition of globalization and its relationship to global migration, emphasizing the various factors driving these movements, such as economic opportunities, social connections, and political circumstances.

The field study delves into the specific context of the border between Spain and Morocco, examining its significance as a symbol of global division and the challenges of managing migration. It discusses the historical context of migration between the two countries and explores the reasons behind the current influx of irregular migration, including economic disparities, social pressures, and the complexities of international borders.

The paper then examines the specific contexts of Spain and Morocco, exploring their respective histories of emigration and immigration, their current immigration policies, and the role of the European Union in shaping these policies. This section provides a nuanced understanding of the various factors influencing migration dynamics in the Mediterranean region.

Keywords

The primary keywords for this work include globalization, global migration, Mediterranean migration, irregular migration, border control, Spain, Morocco, European Union, economic disparities, social connections, political pressures, and international relations.