High-skilled migration ("brain drain") from Uzbekistan: analysis of causes and retention strategies
Keywords:
causes of migration, economic factors, career prospects, scientific infrastructure, recipient countries, state policy, innovation potential, system analysis, development strategies, reintegration, migratsiya sabablariAbstract
This article examines the pressing issue of highly qualified specialist migration in modern Uzbekistan,
known as "brain drain." Based on an analysis of statistical data and the legal framework, key factors driving the
emigration of the intellectual elite are identified. These are dominated by economic (income level), professional
(career and scientific prospects), and socio-living (living conditions) reasons. The article proposes a set of strategies
and specific measures for talent retention, including improving state policy, creating a favorable environment for
research and development, and fostering public-private partnerships in science and innovation. The study shows
that effectively countering "brain drain" requires a systemic approach, combining short-term incentives with longterm investments in human capital and institutional reforms.
