Germany Forms Strategic Agreement with Uzbekistan to Boost Economy with Skilled Workers

Germany has entered into an agreement with Uzbekistan to facilitate the migration of skilled workers, aiming to bolster the German economy. Chancellor Olaf Scholz highlighted the need for this workforce for economic growth. Concurrently, the deal allows for the repatriation of some immigrants, including Afghan criminals.

Germany has inked a significant agreement with Uzbekistan, designed to facilitate the migration of skilled workers from the Central Asian nation to reinforce the German economy. Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the necessity of such immigration for Germany's economic growth during a meeting with Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Samarkand.

Scholz also mentioned that the agreement would streamline repatriation procedures for some immigrants, promising simpler, less bureaucratic processes, although he did not elaborate on specific details. He refrained from confirming speculation that the deal would include the deportation of Afghan criminals.

Interior Minister Nancy Faeser, who signed the agreement in Samarkand, announced plans for additional deportation flights to Afghanistan for serious offenders of Afghan nationality. Despite lacking direct relations with the Taliban, Germany mediated its first deportation flight through Qatar in August.

(With inputs from agencies.)