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Hungary Hits 4.6 Million Jobs Amid Labor Shortage Woes

5/28/2025

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Hungary celebrates a remarkable employment milestone with over 4.6 million workers, yet it grapples with significant challenges in manufacturing and construction. A decline of 60,000 in the working-age population raises concerns about future labor shortages. The government is determined to engage inactive individuals and support local workers, especially with the looming prospect of Ukrainian EU accession.

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Hungary celebrates a remarkable employment milestone with over 4.6 million workers, yet it grapples with significant challenges in manufacturing and construction. A decline of 60,000 in the working-age population raises concerns about future labor shortages. The government is determined to engage inactive individuals and support local workers, especially with the looming prospect of Ukrainian EU accession.