Editorial: El Mundo

• The reduction in unemployment in Spain throughout 2023 is largely attributed to the public sector.
• Employment increased by 540,000 affiliates last year, despite the economic slowdown.
• Education and health were the sectors that contributed the most to this increase.
• The construction and manufacturing sectors have suffered significant employment falls.
• The executive has added barriers to hiring, increasing labor costs.

Conclusion: For greater convergence with the EU in terms of employment, Spain needs severe labor market and educational system reforms.

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