The movement of high-skilled workers has increased in Europe. In our latest PSF Insights we explore the reasons why skilled workers choose to emigrate and the effects this can cause in their home regions, impacting the availability of skilled workers and economic growth. The article highlights the crucial role of R&I policy reforms for easing the negative effects of brain drain and ensuring that the best scientific talent contributes to a sustainable development. It outlines with several examples how the Policy Support Facility has helped countries in this endeavour.

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