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Migration in Sardinia as a Mediterranean Corridor: Historical Background and Recent Trends

Sardinia, as a Mediterranean corridor, is located at a strategic position, connecting European countries including Italy to North Africa, and more remotely to Middle East. It is 13 times bigger than Jeju Island, but its population is only 2.5 times larger. What kept this island low in population density and how is it related to its migratory patterns? In what aspects does it differ from Jeju Island in migration patterns? Does it show a similar trend to Jeju Island that has in recent years attracted sizable young immigrants from urban areas? These are the questions I want to answer in examining Sardinia’s long-term population changes, notable migratory patterns, and the immigrants issue that can have important bearings on the island’s future, as it struggles to cope with the problems caused by its aging and shrinking population.