Tough time in Britain have fueled a growing debate about immigration -- and a backlash that is forcing the government to respond. The issue is jobs, and Gordon Brown's aides worry that the government has been too quiet on immigration. Should countries that have historically welcomed immigrants close their doors during tough economic times?
Immigration in the U.S. continues to be a point of contention, but the U.S. is not alone in dealing with issues swirling around the movement of people from one country to another.
As the ranks of unemployed swell, migration to the U.S. slows from Central America, Africa and Southeast Asia. Other magnets for talent and labor are cropping up around the world. Highly-skilled immigrants on multi-year green card lines are being lured back to their home countries, where they often compete indirectly with the U.S. Some countries grant equal rights to immigrants, while others -- in the name of nationalism -- do not warmly welcome immigrants and allow discrimination and racism to take root.
Worldfocus reporters travel across Europe (Italy, France, Germany), and to Guatemala, Mexico and Israel to examine how contemporary immigration issues are playing out around the world.
"Immigration" is a collection of signature videos, interviews, reporter observations and analysis from the field and blogger perspectives.
Immigration
How You See It
November 13, 2009
Shutting the doors to immigrants during tough times
Video
October 27, 2009
Making immigrants feel at home in their new countries
Tonight's show takes a broader look at relations between Muslims and other groups in Europe, where the Muslim community makes up five percent of the population - 38 million people. Yet xenophobia is on the rise. Nadim Baba of Al Jazeera English reports from Dresden, Germany.
Perspectives
September 1, 2009
Head-to-toe Islamic veil rare in France
A report by French newspaper Le Monde revealed that just 367 women wear the full Islamic veil in France. Worldfocus contributor Ben Piven explains the tension surrounding the French government's attempts to restrict Islamic dress.
Perspectives
July 30, 2009
Pakistan’s next generation looks to escape abroad
As Pakistan reels from both the global financial crisis and the Taliban-led insurgency, many young Pakistanis are looking for a brighter future abroad. Worldfocus contributing blogger Faisal Kapadia in Karachi describes the bleak mindset of Pakistan's next generation.
From the Field
May 12, 2009
Generations meet in Jamaica’s Chinese cemetery
Lisa Biagiotti is reporting from Jamaica for a series of Worldfocus signature stories. She recently visited her grandfather’s grave in the Chinese cemetery in Kingston and shares a personal story of death and renewal of the Chinese community in Jamaica.
From the Field
March 31, 2009
Guatemalans shed tears of frustration over U.S. immigration
Samuel Loewenberg of the Pulitzer Center is currently in Guatemala producing a couple Worldfocus signature stories. He writes about the experience of Guatemalan migrants to the U.S.
Video
March 25, 2009
U.S. tightens border security as Clinton heads to Mexico
Christopher Sabatini of the Council of the Americas discusses Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's visit to Mexico and the newly-announced initiative to increase security along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Analysis
March 25, 2009
Border fence can’t hide growing challenges in Mexico
Worldfocus editorial consultant Peter Eisner writes about how the U.S. might engage with Mexico and its troubles rather than build fences.
Worldfocus Radio
February 17, 2009
Tune in: Online radio show on China’s role in Africa
A lot of chatter has surrounded China's interests in Africa. Worldfocus.org’s weekly radio show examined the roots of the China-Africa relationship dating back 50 years. Tune in now.
Signature Video
February 10, 2009
Immigrants stream across Mexico’s southern border
For years now, immigration into the United States from Mexico has been a huge issue in American politics. But Mexico is facing similar problems on its southern border, as Central Americans in search of higher-paying work pour into the country.
