Migration of Young Men Poses Risks for Both Europe and Syria

The current exodus in Syria will produce negative effects in years to come because  there will be no one left to reconstruct the country. Since the conflict began in Syria more than four years ago, thousands of Syrians have fled the country which only means that it will very difficult for Syria to build itself back up.

Now, for Europe, the large amount of immigrants may produce an underclass which in turn would call for higher taxes. However, as Lado Gvilava, the head of the International Organization for Migration in Turkey says; "migration can boost economies and trade as well as lead to cultural exchange."

The Syrians that have fled the country haven't done so due to economic reasons... they've done so seeking security. Thus, I believe that if one day Syria would return to the state in which it was prior to the war,  many refugees would return and try to build the country back up. Yet, it is also possible that this does not happen as many of the refugees are young adults who are in a sense excited for the experiences and adventures that await.

Therefore, if the migrants permanently settle in Europe, reconstruction of Syria seems almost impossible.

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/08/world/europe/migration-of-young-men-poses-risks-for-both-syria-and-europe.html?ref=world


Rosie Torres