Filipino Workers Make Up Part of Greenland's Population
Around 1,200 Filipinos live among Greenland's 57,000 residents. The Danish autonomous territory faces labor shortages and population decline.
manilatimes.netAround 1,200 Filipinos live among Greenland's 57,000 inhabitants. The Danish autonomous territory is facing labor shortages and a population decline. More Asian workers are seeking employment in Greenland.
The arrivals come as the territory deals with shrinking population numbers. Greenland's labor market has drawn workers from the Philippines and other Asian countries. Officials have not released updated figures on total foreign employment.
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Greenland may see continued arrivals of foreign workers if shortages persist.
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