Demographic change in Europe and Central Asia

The demographic changes currently underway in the Europe and Central Asia region - most notably, the ageing of its populations - have prompted the preparation of this new publication intended to inform tripartite discussions on developing effective strategies and policy responses. This paper is being jointly developed by the Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia and the Research Department

The publication provides projections of the region’s labour force evolution through to 2050, alongside an analysis of the challenges posed by these demographic shifts. In particular, it explores the potential of mobilising groups that are often underrepresented in the labour market, such as older workers, women, youth, persons with disabilities, migrants, and refugees, as part of a broader effort to address the challenges of a shrinking workforce.