A GENERAL EVALUATION ON MIGRATION MOVEMENTS IN KAZAKHSTAN FROM THE PAST TO THE PRESENT

Abstract

Kazakhstan, which has experienced many migrations throughout its history, has witnessed various migrations on different dates in order to increase agricultural production during both the Tsarist Russia and the USSR periods. There have been significant migrations in Kazakhstan since the collapse of the USSR. Today’s migrations are no longer a result of major economic policies, but a result of individuals’ personal choices. Every year, more and more well-educated young people leave Kazakhstan for a better future. This situation has negative consequences for the country. On the other hand, many immigrants migrate to the country to live in Kazakhstan. The number of immigrants in the country has reached 20% of the country’s population.The main purpose of this study is to analyze the migrations experienced in Kazakhstan throughout the historical process and especially today, their causes and consequences, with the help of data from international organizations such as IOM and UNHCR, and in this context, to propose solutions to the problems experienced.