German Secretary of State at the Federal Foreign Office, Susanne Baumann, announced that Germany is opening its doors to young, skilled professionals from India in the fields of green technology, IT, and medical science. The need for well-trained workers in Germany is significant due to economic and demographic reasons. Germany has had success with Indian nurses and is now seeking professionals in the mentioned fields.
Under the new rules, citizenship will be available after five years residence, reduced from eight, in line with neighbouring countries such as France. For people who are "exceptionally well integrated", three years will be enough.