Philippines suffering scientific 'brain drain'

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Updated July 24, 2008 10:09:42

Filipino scientists are looking for the good life, and leaving their home country.

While they send money home, this brain drain is affecting the environment and human safety as well as the economy. International Labour Organization statistics show just over 10 percent of Filipino graduates are employed at home, while over 40 percent are working overseas.

Presenter: Sonia Randhawa
Speakers: Maria Lourdes Orijola, director of the 'Balik Scientist' program in the Philippines; Nathaniel Servando, deputy director of the Philippine meteorology agency PAGASA; Ellene Sana, executive director of the Centre for Migrant Advocacy

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