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flag Pacific Island nations rely on Australian and New Zealand seasonal work, boosting economies but risking long-term development due to worker loss and inequality.

flag Pacific Island nations are growing dependent on seasonal labour schemes in Australia and New Zealand, with remittances now vital to their economies—up to 44% of Tonga’s GDP and AU$1.1 billion for Fiji. flag While programs like Australia’s PALM generate significant revenue, experts warn of a “hollowing out” of skilled workers in health, education, and policing, undermining national development. flag Concerns include unequal benefits, worker exploitation, and inadequate access to healthcare. flag Leaders are discussing non-binding principles to improve fairness, with calls for stronger domestic industries and better local wages to reduce reliance on temporary migration.

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