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Russia Has a Labor Shortage. So Why Can’t Anyone Find a Job?

Russia’s official unemployment rate of 2.3% should indicate a severe shortage of workers. But workers themselves tell a different story.

  • Russia faces labor shortage despite low official unemployment rate.
  • Employers demand AI skills, overlooking expertise needed for implementation.
  • Experienced professionals undervalued by employers preferring low-paid AI users.

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