Berlin, Germany, 9 April 2025 – SkiLMeeT researcher Ronald Bachmann (RWI – Leibniz Institute for Economic Research) spoke at the “Day of Progressive Economic Policy” about the effects of demographic change and the challenges posed by the digital and green transitions.
Held in Berlin and hosted by Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, the event brought together hundreds of experts from government, academia, industry, and trade unions to debate strategies for a fair and future-proof economic policy. This year’s edition focused on investments and reforms needed for European competitiveness and social justice.
Ronald Bachmann contributed to the panel Labour market under pressure? Instruments and responsibilities for a skill-securing labour market policy. Speakers noted that demographic shifts are creating workforce gaps despite the economic slowdown. They highlighted how automation and the green transition are changing job demands, stressing the growing need for education, training, and coordinated efforts from policymakers, employers, and trade unions.
Other speakers in that session included:
Enrico Letta, President of the Jacques Delors Institute and former Prime Minister of Italy, delivered a keynote address. The Day of Progressive Economic Policy serves as a platform to rethink economic policy in light of global uncertainty, climate goals, and social justice.
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