Panel I: Education and Research

Education and Research Panel
Vocational training is essential for businesses to meet their need for skilled workers. Many training systems worldwide are not optimally meeting this demand. This reduces the efficiency and competitiveness of the economy. Dual education offers great possibilities for finding a right job in the biggest world economies. On a global scale, the German dual vocational training is a leader in terms of graduate employability in business. The German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs) are committed to a powerful dual training at their facilities through policy advice on the one hand and on the other by specific training benefits for the local economy, especially for its companies affiliated to the AHKs

In the area of research collaboration has happened in the last few years. The exchange of experience, especially at the university level has increased significantly. More and more German companies and trusts opt for Latin America as a location for scientific collaboration. New initiatives for the exchange of experiences and skills are to be built on this positive development. Using concrete examples, which are presented on this panel, the potential for research cooperation in Latin America is visible.