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Number of Migrants from Socialist Bloc Countries in Western Europe

More than 17 million migrants from socialist bloc countries reside in Western European countries, with 8.2 million of them choosing Germany as their new home. Among these, a significant portion are Polish nationals.

Number of Migrants from Socialist Bloc Countries in Western Europe

Italy is another favored destination, especially for individuals from Romania. The United Kingdom and Spain also attract migrants, with Poland and Romania being the primary contributors to their migrant populations, respectively.

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