THE ROLE OF MIGRATION FACTORS IN THE FORMATION OF NATIONAL IDENTITY: A SOCIO-POLITICAL ANALYSIS
Keywords:
Migration, national identity, identity formation, social cohesion, transnationalism, cultural integration, belonging, globalization.Abstract
This article explores the pivotal role of migration in shaping national identity, analyzing how migratory movements influence the social, cultural, and political dimensions of collective identity construction. By synthesizing interdisciplinary research from sociology, political science, and migration studies, the paper examines the mechanisms through which migration acts as both a catalyst and a challenge to national identity formation. The study highlights the dynamic interactions between migrant populations and host societies, emphasizing how migration reshapes perceptions of belonging, cultural continuity, and social cohesion. It also discusses the tensions and opportunities migration introduces into national identity discourses, particularly in an era marked by globalization and transnational mobility. The article concludes with policy implications aimed at fostering inclusive national identities in increasingly diverse societies.