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[eng] This research provides a comprehensive overview of Chinese migration to Spain from the late
1980s onwards, highlighting the internal diversification of Chinese communities and the
continuous influx of migrants over the past four decades. Additionally, through an analysis of
the spatial distribution and relocation strategies of Chinese immigrants in the Barcelona
Metropolitan Region, the research explores the impact of Chinese migration on urban
morphology of the local society and investigates internal variations within the ethnic group.
Combining a macro and micro perspective, this study aims to address key questions related to
the demographic composition of Chinese migrants, their motivations for leaving China and
settling in Spain, the sociopolitical context of their departure, and their migration and
integration experiences in different historical periods.
At a macro level, this research delineates Chinese migration to Spain into two distinct
chronological stages: the late 1980s to 2013, characterized by economic migration, and from
2013 to the present, marked by the dominance of middle-class migration, encompassing urban
middle-class families and international students. Notably, the study illuminates how the
introduction of capital-linked migration policies in Spain since 2013, including the
implementation of the non-lucrative residence (2011) and Entrepreneur Support Law (2013),
constitutes a significant turning point in Chinese migration dynamics. Given that this paradigm
shift and the subsequent stage remain underexplored in academic literature, this study aims to
address this research gap comprehensively.
At a micro level, employing in-depth interviews and participant observations with Chinese
individuals and their family members, this research investigates the lived experiences and
perceptions surrounding migration, facilitating a nuanced understanding of the internal
diversification within the Chinese migrant population in terms of migration patterns and family
dynamics. Moreover, the study examines parent-offspring relationships and parenting styles
among different migrant groups, revealing substantial disparities.
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