Ukraine's Military-Aged Population Dilemma

SOURCE www.npr.org
Ukraine faces a dilemma with its military-aged population needing to join the military to fight the Russian invasion while also being required in the workforce to sustain the economy, exacerbated by recent conscription laws.

Key Points

  • Ukraine needs its military-aged population in the military and workforce
  • Recent conscription laws have worsened the issue

Cons

  • Competing needs for military service and workforce participation
  • Exacerbated problem due to recent conscription laws