This article is concerned with the extent to which labor migration is advantageous to the labor exporting country. Focuses on development consequences of labor emigration with a view toward the formulation of policies which can shape those consequences into a positive force for development. The issue of private versus public choice relative to emigration is examined. Policies by which emigration countries may increase the benefits from labor emigration are outlined. -from AuthorUniv of Newcastle, UK.

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