International migration in ecuador: causes, consequences and current situation
Keywords:
dollarization, migrants, remittances, return, socioeconomicAbstract
This essay makes a theoretical approach to the phenomenon of migration in Ecuador, analyzing its causes chronologically, together with the socioeconomic problems caused by financial crises and dollarization. An analysis is also made of the profile of Ecuadorian migrants based on the activities carried out at their destinations, as well as the economic impact of remittances in the country. Finally, this article delves into the policies proposed by different governments in order to foster migrants´ return and into the current situation of migration in Ecuador.
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