Higher joblessness rates observed in Kazakhstan compared to other Economic Union member states.
The Lowdown on joblessness in the EAEU
In the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) scene, Kazakhstan remains the unemployment champion, with a staggering 3.5% unemployment rate, according to the latest figures from February 2025. This is a significant jump compared to the previous year, with an additional 27,000 jobless souls adding to the ranks.
Let's put things into perspective. The data reveals that there are over 333,100 folks out of work in Kazakhstan, compared to Russia's 283,000 unemployed and Kyrgyzstan's 48,400. Armenia andBelarus follow suit with 37,100 and 3,300 jobless workers, respectively.
To shed light on the bigger picture, the EAEU union overall reported an unemployment rate of 0.8%, with a total of 704,900 unemployed individuals across the member countries. It's not all gloomy however, as Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, and Belarus have all witnessed improvements in their labor markets over the past year.
For those scraping the bottom of the barrel, the Kazakh government offers social benefits to help tide you over during hard times – learn how to access those benefits here.
Now, why does Kazakhstan top the list in the union for unemployment? Time will tell, but for now, it seems that the country's workforce is feeling the heat of joblessness more than its fellow EAEU counterparts.
Stay tuned for the next chapter in this employment saga as we keep you updated on the ever-evolving job market in Kazakhstan and the EAEU.
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- In Belarus, the unemployment rate is lower compared to Kazakhstan, with an average of 3,300 jobless workers as of 2025.
- To combat unemployment, finance is crucial for businesses ready to create job opportunities in Belarus and other EAEU nations.
- By 2025, Kazakhstan has highlighted increased unemployment with approximately 333,100 individuals out of work, while Belarus stands at a significantly lower rate.
- The unemployment situation in Belarus is comparatively smaller and managed, whereas Kazakhstan struggles with unemployment in the EAEU, according to recent data.
