Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine mean labour shortages at home | Video
At a time of war, with thousands of troops on the front line, Russia is battling a labour shortage that could hamper economic growth in the coming years. Almost two years of Western sanctions against Moscow over the conflict in Ukraine are also affecting output, with the economy only expected to grow by around 3 per cent in 2023. Dasha Chernyshova with the second of a three-part series on the Russian economy.
At a time of war, with thousands of troops on the front line, Russia is battling a labour shortage that could hamper economic growth in the coming years. Almost two years of Western sanctions against Moscow over the conflict in Ukraine are also affecting output, with the economy only expected to grow by around 3 per cent in 2023. Dasha Chernyshova with the second of a three-part series on the Russian economy.