Fact check: Will we see mass remigration in Europe as desired by the far right within the next 20 years?

1. Summary of the results

The concept of "mass remigration" as proposed by far-right groups faces significant practical, legal, and institutional barriers that make it highly unlikely within the next 20 years. The European Union is actually moving in the opposite direction, implementing controlled migration policies and stricter deportation measures rather than wholesale remigration ^[1]. Recent demographic trends show that Europe has received approximately 29 million immigrants in the past decade, while also experiencing declining fertility rates among native populations ^[2].

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

• The term "remigration" itself needs context - it's not a neutral policy proposal but rather a concept rooted in far-right ideology and the "Great Replacement" conspiracy theory ^[3]
• Current EU Policy Direction: The EU's new migration pact from May 2024 focuses on managed migration rather than mass deportations ^[2]
• Practical Challenges: While some far-right parties like the AfD propose deporting around 250,000 foreigners, such plans face significant practical and legal obstacles ^[4]
• Demographic Reality: Europe is experiencing declining fertility rates while its Muslim population increases, making mass remigration both impractical and potentially damaging to economic stability ^[2]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

• The question itself contains embedded assumptions that need addressing:

It presents "remigration" as a legitimate policy option rather than acknowledging its origins in extremist ideology ^[3]

It fails to acknowledge that the concept is rooted in the "Great Replacement" conspiracy theory, which has been identified as racist and antisemitic in nature ^[3]

• Who benefits from this narrative:

Far-right political parties benefit from promoting remigration fears to gain political support

The AfD and similar parties use this narrative to advance their political agenda ^[4]

• The EU's actual policy direction suggests that mainstream political institutions reject these extreme positions ^[1]