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Does Germany Need Labour Migration? | Zuwanderung, Flucht und Asyl: Aktuelle Themen | bpb.de

Does Germany Need Labour Migration?

This policy brief considers whether Germany needs additional labour migration, despite the persistence of large-scale unemployment. Although there are now more than 5 million unemployed in Germany, many experts and employers are expressing concerns about current and future labour shortages, especially of highly qualified workers. The policy brief examines the causes of labour market shortages, and how acute they are in different sectors. In conclusion, the brief considers possible policy responses for addressing shortages, suggesting that immigration is indeed likely to be one indispensable tool for filling labour and skills gaps. (Published 4/2005)

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Introduction

With unemployment in Germany now standing at 5 million, it might appear counterintuitive to argue that Germany needs more labour migration. But many experts and employers are concerned about current…

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What causes labour shortages?

Labour shortages occur where there is a demand for labour in a particular occupation, but a lack of workers who are available and qualified to do the job. Shortages can take a number of different…

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How acute are shortages in Germany?

In common with many other OECD countries, Germany faces quite substantial changes in both labour demand and supply. On the demand side, two trends are of particular importance.

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What overall picture can we derive from this analysis?

The growing importance of the knowledge-based economy and continued deindustrialisation will generate increased demand for qualified workers. Assuming that current demographic and educational trends…

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Can labour migration solve the problem?

A much-cited report from the United Nations Population Division argued that Germany would require 3.6 million immigrants per year between 2000 and 2050 to retain current dependency rates. But few…

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References

Here you can find a list of references for the Policy Brief "Does Germany Need Labour Migration?" by Christina Boswell and Thomas Straubhaar.