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Kiwi Brain Drain: It's Not a Crisis, It's a Cycle
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New research from the Koi Tū Centre reveals that the increase in Kiwi citizens leaving the country, from 26,000 in 2021 to 64,000 in 2025, is not a crisis but a historical pattern. The study highlights that migration ebbs and flows with global factors, particularly for young people seeking better opportunities abroad. While youth departures aged 20-34 slightly increased from 41% to 43%, many return with new skills and networks. Despite more leaving, immigration has filled the gaps since borders reopened. The report emphasizes the need for better tracking of those leaving and linking migration to education to address skills shortages.
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