THE IMPACT OF SKILLED LABOR MIGRATION ON REGIONAL INEQUALITY IN ASEAN COUNTRIES

Dr. Nghiem Xuan Khoat Nguyen Thi Thu Trang
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Dr. Nghiem Xuan Khoat Nguyen Thi Thu Trang: INSTITUTE OF ECONOMICS AND PUBLIC POLICY, VIET - HUNG UNIVERSITY OF INDUSTRY

Annals - Economy Series, 2025, vol. 5, 5-14

Abstract: This study analyzes the impact of skilled labor migration on regional inequality in ASEAN countries during the period 2010–2025. Using panel data and quantitative regression models, the findings indicate that skilled migration can help reduce inequality when accompanied by regional reinvestment policies and skill repatriation programs. However, in the absence of effective coordination mechanisms, the phenomenon of “brain drain” tends to exacerbate intra-regional disparities. The paper proposes five groups of policy measures: upgrading migration earlywarning data systems, prioritizing public investment in out-migration regions, designing skill repatriation programs, linking vocational education with regional development, and strengthening ASEAN cooperation in skilled migration governance. This research provides novel contributions in both quantitative evidence and policy recommendations for managing high-quality labor resources in a manner that promotes inclusive and sustainable development.

Keywords: skilled labor migration; regional inequality; ASEAN; quantitative methods; panel data (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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