Traditional migration patterns in Southeast Asia and their survival.

Abstract

A review of traditional migration patterns in Southeast Asia is presented, with particular consideration given to the migration of those of Indian or Chinese origin. The author notes that although international migration by Indians and Chinese has decreased since most countries in the region obtained independence, movements of indigenous peoples remain significant. It is suggested that any analysis of migration must take ethnic differences into account. Topics considered in this analysis include movement toward frontiers, the creation of branch villages, long-distance migration, ethnic separation of migrants, circular migration, and age and sex composition of migrants.