The national perspective

The national perspective

5 March 2025

Description

Niki Kerameus, Minister of Labour and Social Security of Greece Niki Kerameus outlined Greece’s strategy for tackling skills shortages, combining long-term reforms with immediate actions. Real-time labour market monitoring, career guidance from an early age, and expanded vocational training are key elements of the country’s approach. In the short term, Greece is focusing on digital and green skills, particularly for women and young people, alongside AI-driven job-matching tools and subsidised employment programmes. Kerameus expressed optimism, emphasising that investing in skills is the foundation for sustained economic growth.

Speaker

Niki Kerameus, Minister of Labour and Social Security, Greece