Germany is pursuing a migration agreement with Colombia to attract skilled workers and support its labor market, the country's Interior Ministry announced on Wednesday. This initiative is part of Germany's strategy to bolster its economy by bringing in qualified labor through bilateral migration agreements while simultaneously addressing the issue of irregular migration.
Interior Minister Nancy Faeser explained that the deal would provide opportunities for Colombians to train and study in Germany while reinforcing the country's policy on deporting unsuccessful asylum seekers. "We want to avoid hopeless asylum procedures and consistently enforce the return of people without the right to stay," said Faeser. She highlighted the pressing need for skilled labor in sectors such as skilled trades and healthcare.
Germany has already established similar migration agreements with nations like India, Georgia, Kenya, Uzbekistan, and Morocco. These deals not only aim to attract skilled workers but also streamline the deportation process for unsuccessful asylum applicants from these countries. The agreements seek to strengthen Germany’s economic sectors while managing migration more effectively.
While Germany is expanding its labor agreements with several nations, the majority of asylum seekers arriving in the country originate from Syria, Afghanistan, and Turkey, according to recent government data. As Europe's largest economy, Germany faces a growing need for skilled workers, making these migration pacts a key part of its labor market strategy.
