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Amid growing resentment towards migrants, many economies now welcome only top talent
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Britain allows young migrants aged 18 to 30 to come to the country without a job offer, certification or sponsor for employment and stay for up to two years.
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For decades, the American Dream has attracted immigrants from all around the world to the United States, lured by the success stories of others who made the journey before them, such as Indian-origin Google chief executive Sundar Pichai and Microsoft head honcho Satya Nadella.
But the vision of the US as a country that welcomes all who arrive at its shores is rapidly dissipating.
