New Zealand is experiencing a significant 'brain drain' with many skilled professionals, including former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, moving to Australia. This trend is fueled by a stagnating economy and a high cost of living, sparking debate about talent retention.

New Zealand is facing a major brain drain. Even former prime minister Jacinda Ardern has chosen to relocate to Australia. Her decision has reignited a debate over the country's persistent struggle to retain its talent, against a backdrop of a stagnating economy and a soaring cost of living. Our Auckland correspondent Emma Garboud-Lorenzoni reports.