Immigration and the Dutch economy

Hans Roodenburg, Rob Euwals () and Harry ter Rele
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Rob Euwals: CPB Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis

No 47, CPB Special Publication from CPB Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis

Abstract: For some time now, immigration has been high on the national and international agenda. In addition to the legal, humanitarian and social aspects, the economic impact of immigration is receiving increasing attention. What costs and benefits of immigration accrue to the host country? How can immigration and integration policies be modified so as to improve the balance? Is immigration an effective instrument in alleviating the burden of ageing? What can we learn from traditional immigration countries like Australia, Canada and the United States? The international economic literature is not always conclusive in answering the questions raised. Much depends on the specific circumstances and institutions in the host country. This study focuses on the Netherlands as a host country for immigrants. Employing methods extracted from the literature, in combination with data on the Dutch economy, we assess the impact of immigration on the labour market, the public sector and the physical environment. The results may contribute to the debate on immigration and integration policy both in the Netherlands and at the European level.

JEL-codes: E62 F22 J3 J61 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2003-06
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