Refugee migration – a crisis for the Nordic model?

The influx of refugees was subject of particular attention in the Nordic countries. Issues that were especially discussed involved consequences for the individual welfare states as well as effects on the Nordic model in general. Here, a joint discussion between the Nordics about strategies and measures is required urgently. The challenge to integrate newly arrived refugees both in the society and in the labor market by clearing competence mismatches can also help to develop general education policies. Also, the current refugee situation may contribute to a strengthened cooperation between the Nordics.

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ESO: Background information: Norway's asylum policy in chaos amid Russian intransigence http://www.europeansources.info/record/norways-asylum-policy-in-chaos-amid-russian-intransigence/

ESO: Background information: Don’t damn Denmark: it’s not that bad http://www.europeansources.info/record/dont-damn-denmark-its-not-that-bad/

ESO: Background information: Back to Schengen: Commission takes next steps towards lifting of temporary internal border controls http://www.europeansources.info/record/press-release-back-to-schengen-commission-takes-next-steps-towards-lifting-of-temporary-internal-border-controls/

ESO: Information Guide: European Migration Challenges http://www.europeansources.info/record/information-guide-european-migration-challenges/

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