➡Migration intentions among youth in North Macedonia are complex and multidimensional, often oscillating between temporary mobility and permanent resettlement.
➡According to the “Lost Potential” report by Elisabeta Bajrami Ollogu and Arta Xhelili, nearly half of the surveyed youth (49.8%) prefer temporary emigration, suggesting a desire for circular migration rather than a permanent severance of ties. This finding presents a vital window for policy intervention.
➡The research posits that “brain drain” can be transformed into “brain circulation” if domestic conditions improve. The data corroborates this: 46.6% of potential emigrants express a willingness to return to North Macedonia, contingent upon the stabilization of socioeconomic conditions.This study serves as a call for evidence-based strategies that address the root causes of youth dissatisfaction—specifically, the need for professional development, meritocracy, and economic stability.
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