Syrian Workers Alleviate Germany's Labor Shortage

In Germany, around 80,000 Syrians are employed in occupations experiencing significant labor shortages. These include fields like automotive mechanics, dentistry, healthcare, electrical engineering, and education. A total of 213,500 Syrians have jobs covered by social security, with 86,000 in helper roles and 127,000 in skilled positions. In addition, about 5,300 Syrians work as doctors. Despite these contributions, 155,000 Syrians remain unemployed.

Germany hosts 712,000 Syrian asylum seekers and 1.3 million people with Syrian immigration backgrounds, of whom 42% are employed. There's a growing concern that the return of these workers to Syria could worsen the skilled labor shortage in Germany, leading to supply chain disruptions. Experts and policymakers emphasize the importance of providing Syrians with a secure future in Germany to maintain the stability of key sectors. The bureaucratic hurdles for Syrians seeking work visas further complicate the situation, emphasizing the need for streamlined processes and secure prospects for Syrian workers to continue their valuable contribution to the German economy.