Research paper

Title: Progress Assignment

Introduction

Immigration has been one of the most emotive topics in the world over the years. This is especially so in Germany since the country is not only home to numerous immigrants but also continues to receive and accommodate many immigrants from many middle eastern and African countries who are either escaping their countries due to war, political and civil conflicts, invitation by relatives or even looking for employment among other reasons. However, immigration, which involves the movement of people into a different country also raises several concerns regarding both the security of the immigrants and the country.

Thesis Statement

Based on the foregoing background information, the purpose of this research will be to explore whether the refugee crisis from certain African and Middle Eastern countries has impacted human security in Germany. This is in an attempt to not only understand the extent of the problem but also contribute to the existing body of literature regarding the topic by providing actionable recommendations. Subsequently, the research will be geared at proving that the refugee crisis has had a (vague) on human security in Germany. (If your thesis is that the refugee crisis is threatening economic, social, and political stability in Germany, then state that. Don’t be vague. A great influence could be positive or negative and that’s not really debatable.)

Background

Over the past years, a lot of research regarding the implications of immigration in Germany has been carried out. However, most of the research has largely focused on national security, crime and violent extremism. However, human security which is the focus of this paper involves the lives of people and their livelihoods both for the natives of Germany as well as those seeking or immigrating into the country.

Germany according to Ostrand, (2015) is one of the countries that accommodate many refugees from African and Middle Eastern countries like Syria. For instance, according to research Germany and Sweden were the countries that accommodated most of the refugees escaping Syria due to war in 2014 (Ostrand, 2015). According to Purkayastha, (2018) Un estimates indicate that 14.8% or 12,165,083 people residing in Germany in 2017 were immigrants. As a result, the country incurs certain burdens such as crime, housing, lack of adequate jobs among others in accommodating refugees. One of the key issues regarding immigration is human security.

Issues around Immigration (You still need to apply a theoretical perspective – such as the realist, idealist or constructivist worldview to your analysis in this section.)

The main issues that arise regarding immigration and human security involve the laws protecting both the citizens and the immigrants, the number of immigrants moving into Germany and its implications to both population growth and security as well as measures put in place to ensure human security. (You still need research in this section. Be sure to identify concrete numbers through research and the specific laws protecting citizens and immigrants that you are referring to.)

Complications regarding immigration

While the country has developed both policies and laws to ensure that immigrants and natives are secured, immigration raises certain complications. The first complicating factor the country faces involve dealing with illegal immigration which has been on the rise over the past years (Purkayastha, B. (2018). secondly, immigration issues in the country are further complicated by its willingness to accommodate as many immigrants as possible. This is evidenced by the fact that the country has enacted a law that makes it easy for immigrants with certain skills to move to the country. (I’m pleased to see research in this section. You still only identify two complicating factors instead of three)

Possible solutions

The first possible solution to the immigration issue in Germany would be to toughen the laws on immigration. (This is vague. Toughen them how? What does the law currently allow and what change would present a solution?) This would ensure that individuals moving into the country are properly screened (screened for what?) as a means of reducing illegal immigration (Purkayastha, 2018). (You appear to be lumping legal and illegal immigration together here. Which one are you targeting? Your strategy/solution for reducing legal immigration is going to be different than a strategy targeting illegal immigration.) Secondly, the country can deport illegal immigrants living in the country without the required documentation. (are the currently not doing this?) Finally, the country needs to avoid or stop taking in new legal? Immigrants (wouldn’t this violate the 1951 Refugee Convention?). (You need more specifics in this section, and you should identify the advantages and limitations of each approach.)

Recommendation

Although immigration is an emotive and difficult issue, Germany can address its immigration problem by toughening its laws regarding immigration. As earlier observed one of the complicating factors regarding immigration into the country is the fact that the country’s laws allow for increased immigration for individuals with certain skills (Purkayastha, 2018). The anticipated outcome of toughening its immigration laws is that the country will not only be in a position to screen immigrants entering the country but will also reduce illegal immigration. (A country typically allows immigrants with certain skill sets to overcome shortages in its workforce in certain industries such as hospitality or health care. I’m not sure if you are recommending Germany no longer allow immigrants to fill gaps in its workforce or if you are suggesting something else. This recommendation is vague. Which law are you referring to? Are you seeking to reduce both legal and illegal immigration? A few more specifics are needed and you should evaluate the advantages and the limitations of your approach.)

Conclusion

As observed in this paper, the refugee crisis in certain African countries and middle eastern countries such as Syria has had numerous human security implications for Germany. These implications not only involve the costs that the country has to incur in accommodating refugees but also the protection of both native Germans and the refugees moving into the country. (You shouldn’t tell your readers wha your paper will do at the end of the paper).

This is your second submission. I am crediting you 15 points because you completed the missing sections for possible solutions, recommendations, and anticipated outcomes. I am also crediting 5 points for incorporating research from a second source. This raises your grade from 70 to 90 points. My other concerns still stand. You are going to need more specifics and more research to prove your thesis. Many of the statements you have made here are vague. I hope the guidance with the thesis statement proves helpful. Don’t forget the theoretical framework in the issues section.

References

Ostrand, N. (2015). The Syrian refugee crisis: A comparison of responses by Germany, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Journal on Migration and Human Security, 3(3), 255-279.

Purkayastha, B. (2018). Migration, migrants, and human security. Current Sociology, 66(2), 167-191.