Immigration: A core issue in New Zealand elections

April 7, 2008 - PRLog -- New Zealand is fast becoming a popular immigration destination with thousands of people from around the globe migrating to New Zealand each year in search of a better life in terms of climate, politics and economy.

Much debate over immigration has incurred in New Zealand in the run up to the elections, some members of parliament calling for more integration of foreigners living in New Zealand.

New Zealand First, a political party in New Zealand, believes that immigration should be economically and socially viable for the country.  It is for this reason that the most immigration issues around the election focus on attracting highly skilled migrants.

Skills shortages in education, health and engineering have caused New Zealand to be a good option for the skilled population. The immigration and visa authority, Global visas, provide help for many of those needing immigration assistance.

The recent publication of New Zealand population figures shows the Asian population growing in massive amounts, even faster than the Moari population who are indigenous to the area. The Asian population are estimated to reach up to 800 000 by 2026.  

It is clear that the influx of Asians in particular has been a contributing to New Zealand’s economy and Asians in particular  due to high education levels and having little to no influence on prison numbers or crime rate.

Global Visas can help integrate these migrants. Global Visas  also has partners with a number of like minded organisations to assist with relevant services for those seeking to immigrate to New Zealand. Through Global Visas network of partner organisations assistance with currency exchange and planning, business planning, flight quotes, flight search and holiday bookings.

For  British migrants New Zealand has become increasingly popular, in fact ranking the second most attractive destination to settle in after Canada, according to the company Working In Ltd.

The New Zealand elections, that will determine the 49th New Zealand Parliament, will occur before November 15 2008.

Website: www.globalvisas.com