Kazakhstan Seeks 300,000 Foreign Workers Amid Domestic Unemployment Concerns

Summary
Kazakhstan faces a paradox in its labor market as it seeks to recruit 300,000 foreign specialists while domestic unemployment concerns persist.
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A paradoxical dynamic has emerged in Kazakhstan's labor market. The country is looking to attract approximately 300,000 foreign workers to meet labor demand, even as local citizens continue to voice concerns regarding domestic unemployment.
This trend underscores a structural imbalance between the specific skill requirements of employers and the domestic workforce supply. As a result, critical economic sectors are seeking external talent to address existing labor shortages across various industries.
Source: Digital Business KZ
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