Immigrants, markets, and states: the political economy of postwar Europe

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the intersection of immigration, markets, and state policies in postwar Europe.
• Analysis of immigration policies across European countries
• Examination of labor market dynamics related to immigration
• Investigation of the relationship between state policies and market economies
• Immigration policies significantly influenced labor market growth and recession in Europe
• The integration of guestworkers played a crucial role in postwar economic recovery
• Differences in state approaches to immigration reflect broader political and economic philosophies