Identity Resocialization: The Returning Phenomenon of Migrant Workers under Rural Revitalization in Liaoning, China

Abstract

In 2017, China initiated the Rural Revitalization Strategy (RSS) to revive rural regions. It aims to revitalize rural areas and the farming sector through modernization and infrastructure enhancement. This led to the return of many migrant workers. This study examines the economic opportunities available to returning migrants in Liaoning, analyzes their success rate in terms of integration, and highlights the challenges they face during resettlement. The study entailed a secondary data analysis, and the data were analyzed using statistical tools and SPSS software. The study found that migration was influenced by education and its role in economic opportunity. Employment status was found to be a significant factor in economic opportunity, particularly in the labor market. Notably, the majority of migrants chose to remain in Liaoning, suggesting that rural rehabilitation initiatives had been effective. The findings highlight the complex reintegration processes of returning migrants and underscore the need to understand these dynamics for effective policymaking.