This paper reexamines the literature on the impact of migration on household members left behind at origin. The … empirical problem previous studies address is the self-selection of households into migration, i.e. the endogenous decision as …, 1994; Rubin, 1974). I show that the point-identification of the causal impact of migration requires strong behavioral …

This paper identifies the determinants and patterns of mass migration in Moldova a country in which migration has … migration, which has become increasingly popular in many Eastern European countries. Our findings indicate that poverty is a … main push factor of migration decisions. Additionally, network effects and migration experience appear to be crucial for …

; international migration ; remittances …Circular migration receives increasing attention due to its empirical relevance and as a policy concept to manage labor … characteristics of circular movers worldwide and investigates the consequences of restrictive migration policies. Recent policy …

The paper reviews recent literature on the economics of migration and diasporas, focusing on economic gains and …

the hypothesis that both emigration and remittances reduce child labor. …