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Germany's FM stresses Europe's 'need' for skilled workers

Richard Walker in Nairobi, Kenya
January 21, 2026

In Kenya, DW interviewed German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on key policy challenges, including Europe's role in East Africa, Germany's lack of skilled workers, and competition with global powers such as China.

https://p.dw.com/p/57Cj4

During his visit to Kenya and Ethiopia, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul spoke to DW about Europe's role in East Africa and how Germany wants to strengthen its partnership with Kenya.

Wadephul also addressed how best to balance values with foreign policy interests, highlighted Europe's need for more skilled workers and responded to recent remarks from US President Donald Trump on Greenland.