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The EU’s position within the G20 across various dimensions of socioeconomic development has changed since the turn of the 21st century. This policy brief analyses trends in human development, labour market participation, digital adoption and environmental sustainability among the G20 members to assess the EU’s standing within the group. It also investigates whether G20 members are converging in respect of these dimensions to determine whether the differences between them are narrowing or widening. The findings reveal a mixed picture, with the EU maintaining a high level of human development but experiencing a relative decline in some dimensions vis-à-vis other G20 members. The analysis underscores the importance of addressing these trends and leveraging the opportunities presented by the green and digital transition.

This report identifies the most vulnerable workers, i.e. those in employment situations characterised by multiple disadvantageous conditions, such as involuntary part-time work combined with very few working hours. Drawing on indicators from the EU Labour Force Survey and the European Working Conditions Survey, the report highlights the groups most likely to be engaged in such forms of employment and describes recent trends in their labour market participation. The report also examines the working conditions and overall job quality of these workers. It provides an overview of relevant policy and legislative developments aimed at reducing vulnerability and supporting transitions towards more secure and sustainable forms of employment.