In July, the social security system recorded notable shifts in foreign participation. An average of 3,365 foreign workers were removed from the system, a slight decrease of 0.1 percent from the month before. The month closed with 2,695,240 migrant workers registered, reflecting a steady pace in labor mobility for the year so far.
The July decline interrupted a five-month streak of rising foreign participation. Nevertheless, the total number of foreigners employed reached a record high of 2,698,604 in the preceding June, underscoring strong demand for international labor and the ongoing integration of migrant workers into the national economy. These figures illustrate a broader pattern where foreign employment fluctuates month to month but remains elevated, signaling resilience in sectors that rely on diverse talent pools.
Gender distribution among foreign contributors shows that 55.6 percent were male and 44.4 percent were female as reported by the Department of Inclusion, Social Security and Immigration. This snapshot highlights ongoing gender dynamics in the foreign workforce and invites policy makers and employers to consider inclusive practices that maximize the participation of all qualified workers, regardless of gender. The July data continue to inform debates about workforce composition and social safety net coverage for non-national residents.
From a seasonally adjusted perspective, foreign participation in the Social Security system increased by 7,308 individuals in July, bringing the total to 2,614,921 employed. This gain places foreign employment 425,500 higher than the level recorded before the pandemic, illustrating a long-term recovery path and sustained contribution of non-national workers to the economy. Such trends matter for policymakers as they balance immigration, labor market needs, and pension system sustainability, while businesses monitor staffing and wage dynamics in a competitive, post-pandemic landscape. [Source: Department of Inclusion, Social Security and Immigration]