620,000 permanent migrants currently working below their skill level in Australia

Over half a million permanent migrants in Australia are employed in roles beneath their qualifications, even as labour shortages continue to hold back productivity. The issue is under the spotlight this week, with 30 leaders from business, unions, and civil society gathering in Canberra to discuss the nation’s economic future. Listen to this podcast to learn more, featuring Abbas Raza Alvi, a member of the Australia India Business Council.

Australia is going through a skilled workers shortage Credit: Архив

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