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How history and migration shape our economy

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17 September 2026

How do political history and migration influence trade, culture, and wages? In this video, Charles de Pierpont, PhD researcher in international and migration economics at LIDAM, explores how historical events and migration shape economic outcomes, and how their effects can persist across generations.

Discover his research on the lasting impact of Roman political integration, the economic effects of immigration, and the role of workplace diversity in productivity.

Watch the video to learn more about his research.
 

How history and migration shape our economy

How history and migration shape our economy