Local perspectives and analysis of the impact of Chinese migration in the Colombian territory

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Harold Bustamante Matoma
Jairo Agudelo-Ruiz

Abstract

Chinese migration has been driven by migration policies in Colombia contributing to factors such as thestrengthening of diplomacy, economic opportunities, cultural exchange, etc. Due to the cross-border opening,Colombia has been able to attract a significant number of Chinese migrants generating a favorableenvironment for new opportunities and improving their living conditions. The objective of this researchwas to analyze the local perspectives of Chinese migration in Colombia and its impact on local development.A descriptive quantitative approach methodology was implemented through a deductive methodto deepen the perceptions and impact in the national context. The instrument entitled “PMI UniversidadECCI” was designed and validated corresponding to its centuries: Perspectives of International Migrationwhich inquired in 15 items of three perspectives: economic, social and cultural perspectives evaluatedon a Likert scale A sample of 93 professional experts in international trade was used. The findingsrevealed that Chinese migration has generated a significant impulse in the development of the Colombiannational territory, providing employment and cultural diversity, likewise, a permanent cooperation betweennorth and south is suggested, promoting solid foreign and migration policies that promote inclusion.Finally, it is concluded that there are challenges and opportunities in terms of integration and equity inlocal conditions for the strengthening of international relations between both countries.

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