Exodus of skilled workers leaves Germany in a bind

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The record emigration of professional employees in Germany is causing economic problems for the country, with fewer immigrants to replace them. Working conditions, high taxes, and low wages are among the reasons for the brain drain, which has seen many doctors, engineers, and academics leave Germany in the past few years.

Market information - general, Supply and demand, Emigration and immigration, Professional workers, Professional employees, Brain drain

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Germany's exports surge despite run-up of euro

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Exports in Germany increased in October 2007 despite a rise in the euro, suggesting that demand will bolster the nation's economy. Export value rose 0.6% to reach 83.5 bil euro, while exports increased 6.3%. The trade surplus increased to 18.2 bil.

Exports, Labor Distribution by Employer, Statistics, Economic indicators, Statistical data

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Sweden's pension antidote finds a global audience: flexible payout system puts onus on individual; a private-account rule

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Sweden's pension policies are being looked at favorably by other countries coping with aging populations and a lack of public funds. Swedish pensions are flexible, calculated on the basis of aging and salary predications .

Government domestic functions, Sweden, Social policy, Pensions

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