Russia's Global Recruitment Drive: War Attrition and Demographic Decline Fuel Labor Shortage

• Russia is expanding its recruitment of foreign workers due to a severe labor shortage.
• The shortage is driven by demographic decline and the ongoing war in Ukraine, requiring 11 million more workers by 2030.
• Foreign workers, including those from India, are filling municipal, construction, and service jobs.
• The war has worsened the crisis, with mobilization and emigration of 500,000-800,000 working-age Russians.
• Major companies like Norilsk Nickel and Ak Bars face significant employee shortfalls, impacting operations.