Digital future: Kretschmann prioritizes security and research in the budget

Digital future: Kretschmann prioritizes security and research in the budget

Prime Minister Winfried Kretschmann set the course for the upcoming double household in Stuttgart. The defined focus-digitization, security and research-not only reflects the political priorities of the green-black coalition, but also affect the future development of society in Baden-Württemberg.

The importance of digitization for the administrations

Kretschmann emphasizes that Germany has massively falls behind in the digitization of the administration. This is particularly relevant when you consider how important modern technologies are in today's world. According to Kretschmann, considerable investments are necessary to meet the requirements of an increasingly digitized world. These investments could help the administration to act more efficiently and to act.

Security threats and climate change

In addition to digitization, Kretschmann emphasizes that security is a central concern. The current global challenges, such as climate change, are a direct threat. Strong weather events, such as heavy rainfall and dry periods, are already leading crisis situations. The Prime Minister warns that these developments can significantly impair not only the environment, but also social security. Therefore, an increased focus on research and the development of sustainable technologies is urgently required.

Early childhood education and language support

Another important point in the budget is early childhood education, especially language support. The government plans to introduce a comprehensive language support package for daycare centers and primary schools from the coming school year. This package includes measures that aim to better prepare children with language problems for school. This is particularly relevant in view of the performance collapse found in elementary school students. Through targeted financial resources, a foundation is to be laid that paves the way to a successful school period for the children.

Challenges in the budget constellation

The installation of the budget for 2025 and 2026 is as challenging because less money is available for new projects. Kretschmann emphasizes that there is still no forced savings compulsion; Rather, it is a question of priorities. Political projects that are not taken into account in the current budget will probably have little chances of realizing until the next state election in spring 2026.

In summary, it can be said that the focus of Prime Minister Kretschmann not only set an economic framework, but also intervene deeply into the social and technological challenges that Baden-Württemberg is facing. The decisions about research, digitization and education will not only affect the country's infrastructure, but also the quality of life of the citizens.