Greece is expected to require more than 2 million workers by 2035, according to a European study highlighting the challenges and opportunities facing the country’s economy.
This demand is driven by mass retirements and the need to create new jobs, with 646,000 positions requiring specialized skills.
Experts warn that the anticipated labor shortage in Greece could hinder growth if not addressed. They have called for policies to enhance the participation of women and older workers, attract immigrants and returnees, and close ongoing skills gaps.
Konstantinos Agra pidis, the Director General of Labor Relations at the Ministry of Labor, stated that “the existence of vacant positions alongside unemployment means that the gross domestic product and human capital are not being fully utilized.”
He added that filling these vacancies could enhance income, consumption, productivity, and exports while alleviating pressure on public finances and the pension system.
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