International migration: historical context and contemporary realities

Abstract

Migration is an integral part of the world’s social processes. Globalization increases flows of moving people. In the scientific and expert communities migration processes are considered as the very important factor in the world and historical value. Migration plays significant role in determining the appearance and prospects for the development of the modern world. In the article  different approaches to the definition of factors affecting migration processes are reflected; the reasons for the nowadays migration crisis in the EU and taken steps for its regulation are considered.