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πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

WA population to hit 4 million by 2043 prompting housing warning

Western Australia's population is projected to reach 4 million by 2043, but a housing shortfall may hinder this growth.

Feb 25 β€’ 05:19 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Qualification in the field expands opportunities and strengthens Tocantins agriculture

Technological advancements in Tocantins' farming have increased the demand for skilled labor to operate sophisticated agricultural equipment.

Feb 24 β€’ 19:00 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Repetitive Industrial Accidents in Construction: Due to Aging Workforce and Reduced Construction Costs, the Adequate Wage System as a Solution

A survey reveals that construction industry stakeholders attribute the recurrent industrial accidents primarily to insufficient construction costs, an aging and low-skilled workforce, and illegal subcontracting practices.

Feb 24 β€’ 06:40 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Company must train workforce, not complain, says CEO

The CEO of Brazilian tech company Radix emphasizes the necessity of internal training to address the shortage of skilled labor amidst a booming job market.

Feb 21 β€’ 10:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Integrado de Campo MourΓ£o launches unprecedented in-person post-graduate courses

Centro UniversitΓ‘rio Integrado de Campo MourΓ£o in Brazil is offering new in-person postgraduate programs in response to the demand for skilled labor in agriculture and healthcare sectors.

Feb 19 β€’ 19:41 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Canada updates express entry for foreign professionals, adds new categories

Canada has introduced updates to its Express Entry system for 2026, aiming to attract skilled professionals and address labor shortages.

Feb 19 β€’ 07:39 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Construction in a Staffing Trap. A Wave of Investments is Coming, but There is a Lack of Specialists

The article discusses the impending wave of investments in the construction sector in Poland, highlighting the critical shortage of skilled workers to meet rising demand.

Feb 13 β€’ 03:05 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

US Experts Predict US-Korea Shipbuilding Cooperation Will Be β€˜A Whimper Rather Than A Bang’... Due to Lack of Skilled Workers in the US

US experts predict that political barriers will hinder substantial cooperation in shipbuilding between the US and South Korea.

Feb 10 β€’ 06:20 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
National & Local

More Indian workers expected in Russia – Envoy

The Russian ambassador in India predicts a significant increase in the number of Indian workers in Russia due to growing mutual business interests.

Feb 9 β€’ 09:26 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does a handyman earn in the U.S.? The truth behind one of the most demanded trades by Latinos

A Dominican handyman in Pennsylvania shares insights about earnings and the nature of handyman work in the U.S.

Feb 7 β€’ 16:52 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Migration and Skilled Labor Shortage: From Bangalore to Burgau - Came to Care

Five young Indian women arrive at Munich Airport to address the nursing shortage in Germany.

Feb 6 β€’ 09:48 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The number of migrant workers in the shipbuilding industry has surged fivefold... 'Skilled worker visas have become a means of securing low-wage labor'

The number of migrant workers in South Korea's shipbuilding industry has increased over five times in three years, raising concerns about low wages and opaque migration processes, particularly for those entering under skilled worker visas (E-7-3).

Feb 6 β€’ 09:09 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

First Week in Welding... I Fell Asleep in the Entrance

A young man reflects on the challenges of learning skilled trades like welding, tile work, and carpentry, highlighting the difficulties in acquiring these skills in a competitive labor market dominated by non-structured apprenticeships.

Feb 5 β€’ 10:19 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Altinget
Life & Tech

Samira Nawa: Kaare Dybvad paints a frightening picture of international labor

Samira Nawa critiques Danish Employment Minister Kaare Dybvad's portrayal of international labor in his new book, arguing against its conflation with immigration policy that undermines skilled foreign workers.

Feb 2 β€’ 03:00 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Skilled Labor Shortage: District Office of Munich Advertises with Shooter Game Aesthetic

In an effort to attract skilled workers, the District Office of Munich is utilizing a gaming aesthetic in its recruitment campaigns, particularly appealing to the younger generation by engaging on platforms like TikTok.

Jan 15 β€’ 09:51 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The labor market is just preparing for AI

The article explores how artificial intelligence is affecting the job market, its potential to reduce job opportunities, industry responses to AI integration, the evolving definition of skilled work, barriers to full AI implementation, and the skills gap impacting job acquisition.

Jan 12 β€’ 03:13 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
World

2000 German companies are now in India

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits India for the first time on a bilateral trip, focusing on trade, investment, and skilled labor, accompanied by business representatives.

Jan 11 β€’ 12:41 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
Life & Tech

AI Innovation: A Robot that Sands Parquet

Uzin Utz is leveraging artificial intelligence to develop a robotic solution aimed at relieving craftsmen amidst a skilled labor shortage.

Jan 4 β€’ 17:16 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
Life & Tech

The 'Active Pension' Can Only Be the First Step

The new 'Active Pension' initiative offers a tax exemption for workers over retirement age, aiming to retain skilled labor, while addressing the larger issue of early retirement.

Jan 1 β€’ 14:03 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

2026: Numbers for the Future

The article discusses the challenges facing the German economy in 2026, including high energy prices, skilled labor shortages, weak demand from China, consumer uncertainty, excessive bureaucracy, and the impact of tariffs created during Donald Trump's presidency.

Dec 30 β€’ 17:47 UTC

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