But the more we help them acquire the language skills and qualifications they currently lack, the better equipped those who are able to remain in Germany will be to earn a living here. Not only does this boost these individuals’ self-esteem, it also goes a long way towards integrating them into society.
And of course, successful integration also reduces the cost involved in this humanitarian cause. 6  BIS central bankers’ speeches  But it will take time and patience to integrate these people into the labour market. And even if we succeed, it would be illusory to believe that the influx of refugees alone will solve our demographic problems. 5.