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Germany's ambassador is actively inviting skilled Indian workers to consider opportunities there. He emphasized that Indians are among the top earners in Germany, often earning more than the average German. This invitation comes amid new US policies making H1B visas more expensive and complex. The German envoy contrasted his country's stable, predictable migration system with the recent changes in the US.

Key Points: German Envoy Invites Skilled Indians Amid US H1B Visa Row

  • German envoy highlights Indians are among the top earners in Germany
  • Contrasts Germany's reliable migration policy with US H1B visa uncertainties
  • Invites skilled workers in IT, management, science, and technology
  • US H1B fee hike to $100,000 threatens India's $190B services exports
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Highly skilled Indians are welcome: German Envoy invites applications to work amid US' H1B Visa row

German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann highlights stable migration policies and high salaries for Indian professionals in Germany, contrasting with US H1B visa uncertainties.

"Highly skilled Indians are welcome in Germany. - Ambassador Philipp Ackermann"

New Delhi, September 24

German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann welcomed Indian workers in Germany on Wednesday, highlighting the country's stable migration policies.

Ackermann said that Germany stands out with its stable migration policies and offers great job opportunities for Indians in IT, management, science, and technology.

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"This is a good moment to talk about Indians working in Germany. Indians are among the top earners in Germany. The average Indian working in Germany earns more than the average German. And that's pretty good news. Because a high salary means that Indians are contributing big time to our society and our welfare," he said.

He highlighted that German immigration policies are not haphazard, taking a dig at the US, which made the visa process more complex.

"We believe in hard work and we believe in giving the best jobs to the best people. Our migration policy works a bit like a German car. It's reliable, it is modern, it is predictable. It will go in a straight line with no zigzags. And you don't have to fear a full break at a top speed. We do not change our rules fundamentally over time. Highly skilled Indians are welcome in Germany. If you want to find out what Germany has to offer, click on the link tree below. I'm sure you'll find surprising opportunities," he said.

The latest move by US President Donald Trump to revise the H-1B visa fee to USD 100,000 has expanded protectionist barriers against India, according to a report by Systematix Research.

The report said Trump's decision extends his anti-India trade offensives beyond the merchandise trade deficit and poses a fresh threat to India's USD 190 billion services export industry.

It stated, "Trump's H-1B Firewall Expands US Protectionism Against India... escalate US protectionism, targeting India's IT sector and threatening its USD 190 billion services export industry."

The White House has defended the move, arguing that the H-1B visa program has led to wage suppression and job displacement for American workers.

It cited data showing that the number of foreign STEM workers in the US more than doubled from 1.2 million in 2000 to nearly 2.5 million in 2019, while overall STEM employment grew only 44.5 per cent in the same period.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While Germany's offer is attractive, we should also focus on creating better opportunities within India. Brain drain is a real concern. Our IT professionals are world-class - we need to retain this talent with better infrastructure and competitive salaries here.
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Aditya G
"Indians earn more than average Germans" - this statistic speaks volumes about our capabilities! Germany understands quality when they see it. The car analogy is perfect - reliable and predictable policies matter more than flashy promises.
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Sarah B
As someone who worked in both countries, Germany offers better work-life balance and social security. The healthcare and education systems are excellent for families. This could be a game-changer for Indian professionals seeking stability.
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Karthik V
The $100,000 visa fee in US is ridiculous! Germany's transparent approach is much better. However, language barrier and cultural adaptation in Germany can be challenging. Hope they provide adequate support for integration.
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Nisha Z
This competition for Indian talent is good for us! When countries value our skills, it pushes India to improve domestic opportunities too. Maybe this will finally make our government take IT sector reforms seriously.

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