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North Rhine-Westphalia
North Rhine-Westphalia is a diverse state with vibrant business centres, bustling cities and peaceful natural landscapes. The state is home to one of the strongest industrial regions in the world and offers one of the most vibrant cultural landscapes in Europe. An open-minded look to the future – that’s what North Rhine-Westphalia is all about.
Capital
Düsseldorf
Important industries
Mechanical engineering
Metalwork, metal production and processing
Chemicals
Healthcare/Logistics
Banks and insurances
Information and communications (new media)
Population
17.947.221
Particularities
NRW is the German carnival stronghold. The Cologne carnival is one of the largest and most famous carnival celebrations in the world.
Important portals and service points for immigrants
The Ministry for Children, Family, Refugees and Integration of NRW: Immagrating to NRW
Network IQ NRW: Counselling on Recognition and Qualification
Recoginition in NRW: List of all contact points for the recognition of foreign qualifications
welcome.ruhr: Welcome Portal for the Ruhr Metropolitan Area
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