Immigration and demographic decline: The Bank of Italy proposes "ius scolae" to promote integration

Sunday, Jun 15, 2025

Il Sole 24 Ore

Italy struggles to attract skilled immigrants due to economic weakness and complex regulations, while Spain shows wage gaps for migrants.

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Italy is struggling to attract and retain highly educated foreign graduates because of a sluggish economy, migration policies favoring family reunification over work visas, and complex, fragmented regulations. While some new pathways for regular immigration exist, such as allowing students to convert study permits to work permits, the issue persists. In Spain, analysis shows significant wage gaps between native and immigrant workers, with women facing compounded gender and nationality discrimination, alongside higher unemployment rates among immigrants compared to natives. The European Commission also views labor shortages, particularly in agriculture and healthcare, as a serious economic risk for Italy, suggesting solutions like increasing quotas for highly skilled workers and simplifying the recognition of foreign qualifications.

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