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Nearly 40% of Palestinian college and university graduates in the West Bank are unemployed, a crisis worsened by Israel's suspension of work permits since October 2023 and a stagnant local economy. Many graduates, even those with advanced degrees, are forced into low-skill jobs or emigration, raising deep questions about the value of education under occupation.
The employment rate for Japanese university graduates as of April 1 reached 98%, unchanged from the previous year and the second-highest level ever recorded. This is the third consecutive year the rate has exceeded 97%, reflecting strong hiring demand from businesses amid an ageing population and labour shortages. Sectors like IT, healthcare and construction continue to lead in new graduate recruitment.
Thousands of newly graduated US students face a tough job market as budget cuts, trade tensions, global conflicts, and AI reshape hiring. New job openings are down, federal cuts limit public-sector opportunities, and the unemployment rate for recent graduates stands at 5.6%—above the national average of 4.2%.
