At talks with Hungary’s Minister for National Economy, European Economic and Social Committee President Henri Malosse expressed satisfaction with regard to results that Hungary has achieved in the field of employment, as the employment rate has recently hit a two-decade high.

Minister of State for Employment Sándor Czomba also participated at the meeting.

At the event, the parties agreed that young people shall be offered more opportunities and lifelong learning – as the key to stable employment and higher productivity – shall be promoted.

Mihály Varga and Henri Malosse were both of the opinion that in order to improve employment groups with poor job prospects shall be assisted to enter the labour market. The French politician emphasised that several more measures shall be introduced within the EU and member states to enhance labour market flexibility within the bloc.

(Ministry for National Economy)