PRR: Brussels highlights 'progress' in work, digitalization and 'green' jobs in Portugal

The European Commission's annual report on the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) recognizes Portugal for measurable progress in labor market reforms, digitalization of public administration, and 'green' job training. The report notes that digital platform labor reforms have improved social protection, while public administration digitalization has simplified procedures and reduced administrative burdens.

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