Right, being somewhat isolated certainly helps with irregular crossings! But this doesn't explain why other actual island nations with a comparable profile like the UK can't get it right.

Right. That's why I emphasize that high inflows can only be sustained when admissions are orderly and demonstrably serve the national interest :)

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The source of the chart:

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(I'd personally quibble with some of the assertions in the article, but it's directionally correct)

My hopeful takeaway is that, since the US and most other countries are nowhere near this level, with flows being less orderly or demonstrably beneficial, there are A LOT of opportunities to improve immigration and adjacent policies all around.

Still, temporary and permanent immigration flows equal to 2–4% of the population per year likely sit near the capacity limit in many OECD countries, given our currently stubborn housing and infrastructure construction constraints.

Most people aren't simply pro or anti-immigration. Support rises when policies are orderly, deliver national benefits, and foster integration. Centrist parties need to offer a constructive vision and pass effective policies before it's too late.

You may like this: www.thegreencardgame.com/factor/welcome