The deputy prime minister of the Russian Federation, Tatyana Golikova, provided an update on unemployment figures, noting that officially registered jobless numbers have fallen by 15.5 thousand since the start of the year and stand at 549 thousand. This information was reported by TASS and attributed to Golikova’s secretariat.
According to the briefing, the current count of registered unemployed citizens totals 549 thousand. Since January 1, 2023, this represents a reduction of 15.5 thousand people.
In the same release, it was highlighted that the number of people who are idle for a week has decreased by 4 thousand to reach 45 thousand, while the figure for those employed part-time or on a weekly basis remained steady at 57 thousand. At the same time, there are 1.6 million vacancies listed on the Jobs of Russia portal, reflecting ongoing demand for labor across the country.
Earlier comments attributed to Golikova noted that, by the International Labour Organization’s methodology, Russia’s unemployment rate in January reached 3.6%, marking a historical low.
The deputy prime minister also emphasized that additional regional measures to boost employment are being implemented, with ongoing efforts to support job seekers and stimulate hiring across various sectors. These actions are part of a broader strategy to strengthen the labor market and advance economic resilience.
These figures and statements appear within the context of national labor market monitoring, where official statistics track registrations for unemployment, weekly idle rates, and vacancies. They illustrate a pattern of gradual improvement in employment indicators alongside persistent opportunities for job placement through government portals and regional programs.
Analysts point out that while the registered unemployment rate has decreased, broader labor market health depends on factors such as regional variations, sectoral demand, and the effectiveness of employment programs. The 1.6 million vacancies suggest that employers are actively seeking talent in fields ranging from manufacturing to services, logistics to technology, creating a complex but improving landscape for workers and employers alike.
In summary, the official data indicate a continuing downward trend in registered unemployment, a modest decrease in weekly idle workers, steady part-time employment levels, and a robust pipeline of vacancies. The government’s ongoing regional measures are expected to sustain momentum in employment growth, supporting both individuals pursuing work and employers seeking qualified staff. [TASS]