Dynamics of international migration in rural Upper Egypt at the turn of the century: a case study of Assiut Governorate [electronic resource].

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The attention paid by international organizations to the link between migration and development coupled with the demographic transition proceeds in Egypt now, highlight the need to re-investigate current approaches of international migration. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the dynamics, processes and impacts of international migration in rural Assiut Governorate of Upper Egypt. Central to this study, which has not yet received enough consideration, is the investigation of occupational mobility in each sector at village level.

Summary in Arabic.

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