Economics Minister: relief package by mid-July
The new Minister Katherina Reiche has barely taken office and announces the first measures for growth. She sees a lot of positive things in eastern Germany.
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The new Minister Katherina Reiche has barely taken office and announces the first measures for growth. She sees a lot of positive things in eastern Germany.
For ten years, the East German Economic Forum has established itself as a fixed meeting for East German business leaders. This year, several federal ministries have announced their attendance.
East Germany has caught up economically in many areas. But the differences to the West remain visible.
At the start of the East German Economic Forum, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's Minister-President speaks forcefully. She is also confident with regard to the economy.
At the East German Economic Forum, Economics Minister Panter plans to promote the Free State as a location for the future. Together with other eastern states, Saxony wants to carry more weight.
According to a survey, many companies in Eastern Germany complain about too much bureaucracy, high energy prices and a shortage of skilled workers. So far, they have placed little hope in the federal government for an economic upturn.
Climate Protection Minister Habeck is also aiming for an earlier coal phase-out in the east. He does not want to approach the law; the minister is relying on market forces. However, structural change should happen faster.
Climate Protection Minister Habeck is also aiming for an earlier coal phase-out in the east. He does not want to approach the law; the minister is relying on market forces. However, structural change should happen faster.
The federal government wants to promote the establishment of new economic sectors in the coal regions and expand the scope for state funding programs.