New immigration law will attract skilled workforce from India, says German Minister
9 months, 2 weeks ago

New immigration law will attract skilled workforce from India, says German Minister

The Hindu  

The new immigration law of Germany that came into effect a few days ago will be attractive for skilled workforce in India who want to work in Germany, said Martin Dulig, Saxon State Minister for Economic Affairs, Labour and Transport. According to him, the shortage of skilled workforce in Germany is estimated to be four million, including four lakhs in Saxony alone. Mr. Dulig, who is leading a 35-member delegation to Coimbatore and Chennai for about a week, said German industries are looking at ways to strengthen relationships with industries in Tamil Nadu. India has a young population and German industries are looking for skilled workers, he said about the scope for partnerships.

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India Today  

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Hindustan Times  

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Hindustan Times  

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Associated Press  

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The Hindu  

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Associated Press  

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Live Mint  

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Live Mint  

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Live Mint  

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Live Mint  

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2 years ago

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Associated Press  

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