Greece is experiencing a worsening labor market crisis, with a decline in the number of foreign workers, who are a cornerstone of vital sectors such as agriculture, tourism, construction, and services.
According to a study by the Hellenic Center for Economic Planning and Research (KEPE), the number of foreign workers in Greece has decreased significantly in just one year.
Data indicates a decrease of approximately 74,000 foreign workers, while the number of legally employed foreigners has fallen by about 53,000, or roughly 37%.
Meanwhile, the number of job vacancies is projected to exceed 31,000 by the end of 2025, particularly in labor-intensive sectors.
The shortage is especially pronounced in the education, health, social welfare, agriculture, tourism, construction, trade, and industry sectors.
Experts believe that the aging population, labor shortages, and the difficulty of attracting and retaining workers are among the most significant challenges facing the Greek economy.
Some foreign workers are choosing to relocate to other European countries where they can find better salaries and job opportunities.
The problem facing Greece:
While the country needs more workers to fill shortages in key sectors, the number of foreign workers already there is decreasing.
This poses a major challenge for the Greek government: how to attract new workers to Greece and retain existing ones?
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