Report says Estonia's working life could stretch to 45 years as lifespans rise

A report from Estonia's Foresight Center suggests that rising life expectancy will likely extend the average working life to 45 years. Experts emphasize that the traditional model of education in youth is insufficient, necessitating a shift toward lifelong learning and continuous skill upgrading.
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