CHINESE AND JAPANESE IMMIGRANTS IN THE USA AND GERMANY: A COMPARATIVE PERSPECTIVE CONCERNING THE ISSUES OF EDUCATION, WORK, AND HEALTH

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2025-1

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Külahçı, Gizem

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This study examines the migration and integration of Chinese and Japanese communities into the United States of America (USA) and Germany, offering a comparative analysis of immigration policies and societal dynamics in both countries. Given that these groups are prominent ethnic communities and play a pivotal role in the labor force of both nations, their significance as the focus of this research becomes evident. The study investigates how civil rights movement in the USA during the 1960s opened new opportunities for Chinese and Japanese individuals, improving their access to education, employment, and healthcare. Similarly, it explores the evolution of Germany's immigration laws, which shifted after the 1990s, allowing greater inclusion of skilled immigrants, including Chinese and Japanese professionals. The research underscores the historical ties between these ethnic communities and their host countries, analyzing why they have been drawn to these destinations despite enduring challenges. While the USA has long embraced multiculturalism, Germany's transition to a more immigration-friendly policy is a relatively recent phenomenon. By examining the integration processes, the study provides a nuanced understanding of the similarities and differences in how these two countries accommodate and utilize the talents of Chinese and Japanese migrants. Ultimately, this work sheds light on broader implications for immigration policy and the socio-economic impact of these communities in multicultural societies.

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Chinese and Japanese Migrants, Immigration Policies, Multiculturalism, USA and Germany, Integration of Ethnic Communities

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https://hdl.handle.net/11511/113357

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Graduate School of Social Sciences, Thesis