ISLAMABAD: Approximately 3,000 visas have been granted by Pakistan to Sikh pilgrims from India, granting them the opportunity to partake in the commemoration of Baba Guru Nanak’s 554th birthday in Pakistan from November 25 to December 4, 2023.
The itinerary for the visit encompasses significant destinations such as Dera Sahib, Panja Sahib, Nankana Sahib, and Kartarpur Sahib, as per a press release from the high commission.
Aizaz Khan, Pakistan’s Charge d’Affaires in India, conveyed warm wishes to the pilgrims, extending heartfelt felicitations and ensuring their safe passage during this occasion.
These visa issuances fall within the established framework of the Pakistan-India Protocol on Visits to Religious Shrines of 1974.
Annually, a substantial contingent of Sikh Yatrees from India journey to Pakistan to partake in various religious festivities and events.
Pakistan boasts a robust Sikh heritage and culture, housing several revered sites integral to the religion within its borders.
Germany needs two million skilled manpower
Meanwhile, Germany, the economic powerhouse of Europe, grapples with a pressing scarcity of skilled labor, showcasing over 2 million jobs for overseas workers spanning diverse sectors. Germany is the fourth largest economy in the world.
The population of Germany stood at 83.2 million in 2021, according to the World Bank.
The United States of America, China, Japan, Germany, and India are the five largest economies in the world in 2023, as per their GDP data. GDP serves as a key metric for assessing the magnitude of a nation’s economy.
The conventional approach for gauging a country’s GDP involves the expenditure method, wherein the total is derived by aggregating expenditure on fresh consumer goods, new investments, government outlays, and the net value of exports.
The shortfall in skilled workforce in Germany arises from several factors, notably an aging populace, dwindling birth rates, and an escalating demand for proficient workers.
International talent
Germany has taken proactive measures to entice global talent, aiming to fill these pivotal roles and sustain its competitive edge in the global economy. The dearth of labor extends across vital sectors like agriculture, construction, and transportation, offering compelling opportunities for foreign job seekers.
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