Stories on economy and employment

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Report

Trainees prepped and ready

The German skilled trades sector needs trainees and skilled workers – GIZ cooperates with small and medium-sized enterprises to connect German companies with motivated trainees from selected countries. In Jordan, the first group of talented young people have completed their preparation for vocational training in Germany.

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Feature

Saving the forest that protects us all – the Amazon Fund

Deforestation is slowing in Brazil. This is down to the environmental policy of President Lula – and the internationally financed Amazon Fund. GIZ supports the Fund, which is managed by Brazil, on behalf of the German Government.

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Background

A win-win-win situation – more nurses for Germany

Germany has a shortage of nursing staff, yet many qualified skilled workers abroad are unable to find work. The Triple Win programme brings both sides together in a way that is fair and reliable.

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Africa’s path to fairer land rights

Secure land rights promote development and stability. Together with the African Union, GIZ is taking action to drive sustainable progress on land issues.
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Infographic

Global opportunities through AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing work, the economy and society. It also has enormous potential in international cooperation. Our infographic shows where this potential lies.

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Interview

‘Europe is a global forward-looking partner’

Michal Minčev heads the Czech Development Agency. In our interview he talks about new geopolitical realities, the need to pool resources and Europe’s position in the world. 

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Partnering in Business with Germany
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A win-win for all

New markets, new partners, new horizons: Partnering in Business with Germany promotes business contacts between SMEs in developing countries and emerging economies and those in Germany.

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Skilled workers from Kerala for Wolfratshausen

How an Indian nurse and a district hospital in the foothills of the German Alps came together: Triple Win explained – experience with placing skilled workers.
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Integrated Company Report 2024

Forward thinking for greater impact

To develop integrated solutions, we prioritise international cooperation and comprehensive strategies.
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Integrated Company Report 2024

GIZ works

Every year, we collect data on what we have been able to change together with our commissioning parties and partners. Looking back on 2024, it is clear once again that our work produces results.
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Integrated Company Report 2024

Achieving more with the private sector

Strong partnerships are becoming even more important for us. Cooperation with the private sector in particular is playing an increasingly significant role.
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