Energy crisis heightens risk of poverty and social exclusion: EU Commissioner Minzatu
Summary
European Commission Executive Vice-President Roxana Minzatu said the current energy crisis is increasing the risk of poverty and social exclusion for many Europeans. She presented a new strategy to reduce poverty and improve job quality across the EU, linking strong jobs to better economic competitiveness.Key Facts
- About 93 million Europeans, or 1 in 5 people, are at risk of poverty or social exclusion.
- Rising living costs, the energy crisis, the Ukraine invasion, and the Middle East crisis are increasing poverty risks.
- Roxana Minzatu is responsible for social rights, skills, and quality jobs in the EU Commission.
- The EU proposed a Quality Jobs Act to improve labor conditions and workplace safety.
- The act is being discussed with trade unions and employers, with unions wanting stricter rules and employers preferring guidance.
- The EU is working to help people move and work across member states by recognizing skills and qualifications better.
- Young Europeans’ performance in math and science has worsened since the pandemic, partly due to online education challenges.
- Despite political issues in Romania, many Romanians remain strongly supportive of the European Union.
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