Tag: Foreign worker
Almost 1.5 million immigrants – but only a few targeted for the labor market
Arrival of refugees from Ukraine in March 2022 Refugee migration only has a limited impact on the needs of the labor market. (Photo: IMAGO/Jens Schicke) Berlin Germany is currently experiencing…
Bert Rürup and Michael Hüther in the podcast
The pronounced xenophobia of the AfD is undoubtedly a disadvantage for the German economy as a location, Bert Rürup states. Actually, Germany should have a welcoming culture. Unfortunately, this is…
“We need you” – How India should save Germany from the skilled labor crisis
Bangkok, Berlin Federal Minister of Labor Hubertus Heil addresses the young Indians who are crowded in the rows of plastic chairs directly: “My message is: We need you,” said the…
Why immigration to Germany is so difficult for skilled workers
people in the office More than half of the survey participants would like individual support offers, for example when looking for suitable housing or a job. (Photo: Imago/Westend61) Berlin Germany…
The broken promise of advancement through work
worker on a construction site Sectors such as the construction industry, the food industry, agriculture or home care are dependent on foreign workers. (Photo: imago images/photothek) Berlin The lowering of…
Thousands wait in Mexico for Title 42 to end
Mexico City In the USA, the deportation regulation “Title 42” ends – and Irineo Mujica expects dramatic scenes. Everywhere in Mexico, migrants are waiting to cross the border, says the…
Employers want to strengthen innovative strength with special start-up visas
startup The employers’ association sees a lot of catching up to do in Germany in terms of start-up culture, which can lead to innovative business ideas and new jobs. (Photo:…
Wasted potential? – Migrant start-up founders criticize discrimination
startup Migrant founders often experience discrimination during the founding process, a new survey shows. (Photo: IMAGO/Wavebreak Media Ltd) Berlin The majority of migrant company founders feel disadvantaged when founding a…
For the first time more than 2.5 million people without professional qualifications
Apprenticeship at Volkswagen The number of people without professional training has been increasing for years. (Photo: dpa) Berlin The shortage of skilled workers and workers in Germany is becoming ever…
How qualified Indians could help Germany
doctors at work There is a major shortage of skilled workers in Germany, especially in hospitals. Workers from abroad could help here. (Photo: IMAGO/MASKOT) The home of the 27-year-old nurse…
Post-Brexit, more immigration to the UK in some sectors
Big Ben clock tower in London Before Brexit, workers from the EU were free to move around, while the hurdles for workers from non-EU countries were relatively high, says labor…
How modern technology can alleviate the shortage of skilled workers
Germany’s economy is suffering from an acute shortage of workers. Whether in nursing, in gastronomy, in the trades or in the IT sectors, employers are complaining about a shortage of…
What will apply in Germany in the future
Hubertus Heil (SPD) in a factory in Canada Heil and Faeser recently researched Canada’s immigration system. (Photo: dpa) Berlin On Wednesday, the federal cabinet passed a draft law and a…
Which specialists are particularly in demand – the most important facts in six graphics
Trainee from Somalia The federal government wants to facilitate the immigration of skilled workers. (Photo: dpa) Berlin In contrast to many other current projects, the traffic light groups are pulling…
“This is not a welcoming culture” – How German bureaucracy makes it difficult for skilled workers to immigrate
Berlin Germany was shortlisted. But in the end, the young people from Bangladesh and India whom Labor Minister Hubertus Heil (SPD) met in Ottawa decided to live in Canada after…
Deutsche Silicon Valley Bank reopens – new name and new license
Bafin Exactly one week ago, the German financial regulator imposed a moratorium on the German branch. (Photo: REUTERS) Frankfurt The German branch of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) is reopening –…
Germany is not very attractive as a location for foreign academics, entrepreneurs and founders
Berlin In the international competition for top talent, Germany has lost some of its attractiveness for the labor market. Other countries are much more interesting for academics, entrepreneurs and founders…
Number of unemployed rises to 2.62 million in February
Employment Agency The number of unemployed rose by 162,000 to a good 2.6 million in January compared to the previous month, as the BA announced on Tuesday in Nuremberg. (Photo:…
Migration policy: Municipalities demand a change of course
Berlin The general manager of the Association of Towns and Municipalities, Gerd Landsberg, has welcomed the call from a group of Green politicians for tougher asylum policies. “We need a…
This cannot be solved with money alone
As early as the 18th century, it was clear to the father of modern economics, Adam Smith, that selfish behavior by individuals is to the benefit of society as a…