Economic worries in Schleswig-Holstein: FDP demands rethinking

Economic worries in Schleswig-Holstein: FDP demands rethinking

Kiel-The economic Situation in Schleswig-Holstein gives rise to concern. The FDP parliamentary group leader Christopher Vogt expressed his concerns about the current development of the federal state. In a conversation with the German Press Agency, he explained that one was on the best way to mark Schleswig-Holstein as a country of de-industrialization. This not only represents a risk of the economic future, but also raises questions about the existing political strategies.

In a comprehensive report that the state government has submitted, it becomes clear that Schleswig-Holstein's economic performance fell by 1.1 percentage points compared to the previous year. This emerges from the preliminary calculations of the State Statistical Office and means that the country has equated further declines in the gross domestic product in a number of other federal states. In a direct comparison with other federal states, Schleswig-Holstein is now at a level with Hamburg and has also classified it behind Saxony-Anhalt and Rhineland-Palatinate.

political reactions and demands

Vogt to rethink its economic policy strategy. He emphasizes that Schleswig-Holstein is one of the federal states in which the economic situation is anything but rosy. In particular, he criticized the previous balance of the CDU and the Greens in the field of economic policy as inadequate. Vogt makes it clear that the situation urgently needs impulses so as not to get into the background, especially in the areas of infrastructure and settlement. "The transport policy that we are currently pursuing even tends to cuts," he added.

A central concern of Vogt is the lack of settlement policy, which is not sufficiently promoted in his eyes. The recent settlement of the battery factory of the Swedish company Northvolt is noted as positive, but the subsequent development is not available. Vogt criticizes that the long -promised project office has still not been set up. "Without a clear structure for settlements, it will be difficult to win further investments," he added. This increases the pressure on the government to show commercial and industrial areas and to make them attractive for future projects.

The situation of the economy in Schleswig-Holstein is therefore alarming. The leadership of the CDU, in particular Prime Minister Daniel Günther, has set itself the goal of making the state climate -neutral. But these climatic ambitions could not be implemented in a shrinking economic framework. Vogt questions whether the priorities of the government are correctly set and whether a planned procedure in economic policy can also take place that also takes into account the needs of companies and employees.

Schleswig-Holstein's economic challenges

It remains to be seen how the state government reacts to the sharp criticism. The responsibility to strengthen the economic ecosystem of Schleswig-Holstein is primarily with the decision-makers in politics. A rethink could be crucial for stabilizing the economic situation in order to successfully master future challenges, such as the settlement of companies and the improvement of the infrastructure. The liberal faction has made it clear that it is ready to bring constructive suggestions to improve the framework conditions for companies and jobs in the country.

The economic situation in Schleswig-Holstein is not only a current topic, but also reflects a longer development that is connected to various political and economic factors. In recent decades, the state image has changed due to the decline in traditional industry such as shipbuilding and mechanical engineering. This development has led to a significant structural change that brought both challenges and opportunities.

The country has tried in recent years to set economic impulses through the expansion of renewable energies and innovative technologies. Schleswig-Holstein has already established itself as a pioneer in wind power. However, there is criticism that the diversity of the industries is not sufficient to stabilize the entire economic basis. The focus on sustainability and climate neutrality could be forward -looking, but should not be at the expense of short -term economic stability.

Infrastructure and settlement of companies

An important aspect of economic development is the infrastructure. According to the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure, a well -developed infrastructure is crucial for the establishment of companies. A lack of suitable commercial and industrial areas is perceived as a serious hurdle and hinders economic growth. The need for reliable transport connections, digital infrastructure and suitable location conditions are great.

The example of battery production by Northvolt shows that there is potential, but also the need to actively locate other companies. The planned structure of a project office to support these efforts represents a measure that many are considered necessary by many in order to make appropriate progress. The settlement of new companies can have a positive impact on the labor market situation and regional added value.