New Economics Minister Hattmannsdorfer Against the Deindustrialization of Austria and Europe

PeoplePoliticians ♦ Published: March 5, 2025; 09:24 ♦ (Vindobona)

Dr. Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer (ÖVP) sent out a signal for the importance of industry in Austria with his first official company visit as Minister of Economic Affairs. The trip took him to his hometown of Linz to voestalpine, where he emphasized that the business location is facing decisive challenges. The new minister assured that “the stop button for industrial migration” would be pressed with the new government program.

Voestalpine CEO Eibensteiner (l.) is pleased with Hattmannsdorfer's (r.) clear commitment, but also demands speed and real results. / Picture: © BMAW/Holey

“Voestalpine stands for the innovative strength and competitiveness of Austria as a business location. Industry secures jobs, contributes to prosperity, and supports the welfare state. It is therefore important to take measures against creeping deindustrialization,” explained Hattmannsdorfer.

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