Germany saw a record number of people migrate to the country in 2022, according to data released by the German federal statistics agency Destatis on Tuesday.

The agency said that 2.67 million people entered Germany in 2022, while 1.2 million left, leaving the country with a net gain of 1.46 million people. This is the highest net migration rate in Germany since records began in 1950.

The main driver of the increase in migration was the war in Ukraine, which forced 1.1 million Ukrainian refugees to seek safety in Germany. Other factors contributing to the increase included labor migration and family reunification.

The high level of migration is likely to have a significant impact on Germany's economy and society. The influx of new workers is expected to help to address labor shortages in some sectors, while the arrival of new families is likely to boost demand for housing and other services.

The government has said that it is prepared for the challenges posed by the high level of migration and is committed to integrating new arrivals into society.