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The writer is a former caretaker finance minister and served as vice-president at the World Bank
Of the many differences between Pakistan and India, one of the more important is the development of the educational systems in the two countries. Over time India has been able to develop science and technology institutions that match those in the West. Fed by a large population, India has overtaken China and is now the world's most populous country. There are millions of people in India who want to be educated in modern sciences and technologies.
The institutions are churning out well-educated young people who cannot be absorbed by the domestic economy. Indian analysts argue that the country lacks the infrastructure to absorb the educated, meaning that many professionals see migration as the most viable path. Canada, Britain and even China have highlighted their openness to skilled workers from India, which could lead to a realignment of global talent flows.
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