MOSCOW, December 25. /TASS/. The next decade will mark the biggest technological breakthrough in global history, Russian President Vladimir Putin told a State Council meeting on Thursday.

He stated that to keep up with the rapid technological progress, workforce training will be essential for the country's growth. The head of state also noted a record decline in unemployment in Russia.

TASS has compiled the Russian president’s main statements.

Unemployment in Russia has fallen to 2.2%: "This is a very high employment rate and historically low unemployment."

Youth unemployment nationwide has always been slightly higher: "But there are positive developments here as well. Unemployment among citizens under 34 is also steadily declining and in 2024 it reached 3.8%."