According to the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (BMAS), the German economy is undergoing major structural change. This is leading to roles evolving in certain sectors, with some disappearing and others emerging. For example, when a company moves from small-scale production to computer-aided production or when a car equipment manufacturer that makes parts for internal combustion engines switches to the production of electric charging stations. From 1 April, companies and employees
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As a Berlin correspondent for the French and Swiss press since the late 1990s, I cover a wide range of economic, political and social issues, with a particular focus on the German business and labour market. My areas of interest include co-determination, digitalisation, demographics and ESG/DEI policies.