Is it only those with jobs allowed to remain? - Scholz announces support for Ukraine refugees.
This past weekend, Olaf Scholz (65, SPD) gave a hint for the first time that getting a job may determine whether or not refugees can remain in Germany. The reason for this is that the percentage of Ukrainians who are currently employed in Germany is significantly lower, around 25%. In contrast, Denmark has a much higher percentage of people currently employed, at 77%.
Meanwhile, Kiev is putting every effort into convincing men of military age who have fled the country to come back and reinforce its weakened front against the Russian invaders.
"Having a Job Gives You a Better Chance to Stay"
Chancellor Scholz didn't make any direct threats, but he did stress the connection between having a job and being allowed to stay in Germany. He told readers of the Märkische Allgemeine Zeitung newspaper in his hometown of Potsdam, "In Germany, those who are gainfully employed here and don't break any laws are likely to be able to stay here." He made it even more clear, "Employment also provides security of residency."
The chancellor was just as direct about his expectation that the number of recipients of the citizens' allowance from Ukraine would decrease rapidly. "We've funded integration courses and language courses, so now we're encouraging many people to work with a "big job turbo,"" he said. His suggestion to everyone is to "do the same." The German job market desperately needs more workers.
Temporary Residence Permit Guaranteed Until March 2025 for Now
Background: Discussions are happening throughout the EU about whether or not the countries where more than four million refugees have sought shelter should help Kiev attract returnees. This could be done by taking away support for all male refugees of military age, as suggested by CDU defense politician Roderich Kiesewetter.
Germany, which is home to the most refugees (1.1 million), plays a significant role because so many of them want to stay. The temporary protection framework that the EU has recognized is set to end in less than ten months. The Federal Ministry of the Interior has currently set March 4, 2025 as the end date for the guaranteed residence permit.
If the war continues, an extension is probably necessary. The only question is if and for whom there will be exceptions.
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Source: symclub.org
