Fighting the Skilled Labor Shortage: The Greens Demand English in Public Offices

The Green party in Germany is calling for various measures to address the skilled labor shortage, including the recruitment of foreign workers, the introduction of English as a second language in public offices, and the abolition of work bans for refugees.

They also propose the creation of a central immigration agency, faster visa issuance, and facilitated recognition of foreign degrees. Financial subsidies for integration and language courses are recommended to promote integration.

The cost of the skilled labor shortage is estimated to be up to 49 billion euros per year. The Green politicians from federal and state levels highlight the importance of a partnership between businesses and politics to attract more people to live and work in Germany.