Spain’s labour market: a story of convergence towards Europe

Alice Faibishenko, a Senior Advisor at Funcas, discusses the evolution of Spain's labor market, highlighting its resilience against high unemployment. She explores long-term unemployment issues, especially for young graduates and less-skilled workers facing systemic barriers. Faibishenko notes the remarkable recovery post-crisis, with over a million new jobs created from 2021 to 2023. The importance of effective public policies to enhance job quality and leverage youth potential for economic growth also takes center stage.