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immigration
www.thelocal.de
1 week ago
Germany news

Germany's biggest companies campaign against far right parties ahead of the EU elections

Companies in Germany forming an alliance to combat extremism and populism, encouraging unity and participation in European elections. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Germany news

Germany: Would-be migrant workers worried by growing racism DW 01/27/2024

Germany is actively seeking skilled workers from other countries, including Vietnam, to address labor shortages.
The German government is implementing new regulations to lower barriers for skilled workers who want to move to Germany. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
Germany news

German parliament approves easing rules to get citizenship, dropping restrictions on dual passports

German lawmakers have approved legislation easing rules on gaining citizenship and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
The legislation aims to bolster the integration of immigrants and attract skilled workers. [ more ]
www.thelocal.de
4 months ago
Germany news

The changes to Germany's immigration rules in March 2024

Germany is introducing new immigration rules in 2024 to attract more skilled workers.
One major change includes a special work permit for people waiting for their qualifications to be recognized. [ more ]
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labor-shortage
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Germany targeting Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024

Germany faces a critical labor shortage and aging population, with a projected deficit of 7 million skilled workers by 2035. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Germany targets Indian students to address labor shortages DW 04/22/2024

Germany faces labor shortage and aging population, emphasizing need for international student talent to bridge the gap. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 months ago
Public health

Germany eyes Filipino nurses to ease labor shortage DW 03/14/2024

Germany and the Philippines plan to enhance their migration and mobility partnership, focusing on skilled workers like health care professionals.
The Philippines is a significant source of skilled labor for Germany, with around 6,000 Filipino nurses currently working in the country. [ more ]
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vietnam
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Germany news

Germany: Would-be migrant workers worried by growing racism DW 01/27/2024

German politicians are making efforts to attract skilled workers from other countries through initiatives like the Skilled Immigration Act.
Vietnam is interested in working with Germany to improve control of labor migration to Germany by its nationals. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Germany news

German president visits Vietnam with business delegation DW 01/23/2024

German business leaders join President Steinmeier in diversifying economic activity away from China.
Germany and Vietnam are expected to sign a memorandum of understanding on facilitating the movement of skilled workers. [ more ]
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dual-citizenship
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Germany news

German Lawmakers Agree to Ease Path to Citizenship

Germany has approved legislation allowing shorter waiting periods before naturalization and the possibility of dual citizenship.
The changes are aimed at attracting more skilled workers to the country and creating a more diverse society. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Germany news

Germany's parliament approves easing dual citizenship DW 01/19/2024

German lawmakers have voted to change the law to open up the possibility of dual citizenship and reduce the time needed for naturalization.
The law change is aimed at attracting skilled workers and easing labor shortages in Germany. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Germany news

Germany's parliament votes on easing dual citizenship DW 01/19/2024

German lawmakers are considering changes to the naturalization law to allow for dual citizenship.
The proposed changes would reduce the length of time required to qualify for citizenship. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
2 months ago
Education

Germany: Number of school dropouts is rising DW 02/18/2024

Germany faces high number of young people without qualifications
Shortage of skilled workers in various professions [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
2 months ago
Career

Employers still aren't hiring people without college degrees

Many companies have stopped mandating college degrees for jobs that don't require them in an effort to diversify applicant pools and address skilled worker shortages.
Despite this, a new report found that the number of workers without a degree hired for these roles only increased by an average of 3.5 percentage points. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Germany news

Germany tempts foreign workers, despite discrimination DW 01/31/2024

Germany remains an attractive destination for skilled workers from abroad.
Foreign workers in Germany reported experiencing racism and discrimination. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Europe politics

UK announces rise in salary threshold for foreign workers' visas

The British government plans to raise the minimum salary threshold for foreign skilled workers to 38,700 pounds ($48,800) as part of an effort to cut net migration to the UK.
The measures also include reforming the list of jobs where exceptions are made due to shortages and toughening rules on whether workers can bring their families.
The announcement could lead to disputes with business owners who have struggled to hire workers given Britain's tight labor market and the end of free movement from the European Union. [ more ]
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