Why Nepal’s brightest minds stay abroad
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A significant number of Nepalis, including skilled professionals and students, are leaving the country for foreign employment and education, with return rates remaining exceptionally low. Factors contributing to this 'brain drain' include higher earning potential abroad, a lack of compounding talent environments in Nepal, corruption, and bureaucratic obstacles for returnees. Remittances, while stabilizing the economy, reduce the incentive for crucial labor market reforms, perpetuating a cycle where capable individuals exit the system, diminishing pressure for institutional change.
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