Europeʼs citizens and businesses have been hit severely by the economic slump. To recover speedily and tackle long-term challenges, we must unleash Europeʼs potential. But Europeʼs youth unemployment is soaring and its share of low-qualified people, who have fewer chances to develop their skills than others, is high.
To compete in the global market, Europe needs to generate higher quality and more innovative products and services. Higher productivity is essential to maintain our social model. New jobs and new skills are emerging, as technology, innovation, demographic change and climate strategies generate
new demands. Downturn and exit strategies are accelerating economic restructuring. This will affect the type of skills needed. Europe is devising its strategy for the next decade. It aims to stop further
setbacks and to create a smart, green, sustainable, inclusive and highemployment economy. Skills to adapt and to shape the jobs of tomorrow are essential for Europeʼs citizens.
But which skills does Europe need to thrive? Which skills will Europeʼs citizens have?
Skills supply and demand in Europe
