THE U.S.’S IMMIGRATION BLOCKS AS A SELF-DEFEATING PATH

Copyright infringement not intended Picture Courtesy: The Hindu Context: The debate over H-1B visas in the US is based on the idea that restricting skilled immigration will create more jobs for native workers, but research shows this approach is flawed and counterproductive to innovation and job creation. About the H-1B visa The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa issued by the United States to foreign workers in specialty occupations. These occupations require a high level of specialized knowledge and demand at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a specific field. The visa allows U.S. employers to hire foreign professionals in fields such as information technology (IT), engineering, healthcare, mathematics, physical sciences, and other highly specialized professions. The H-1B visa is initially granted for up to three years. It can be extended for an additional three years, making the maximum duration six years.   How does the H-1B visa contribute to i...