“South Tyrolean autonomy must not be undermined”

Politics ♦ Published: November 26, 2012; 14:09 ♦ (Vindobona)

State Secretary outlines Austria’s position to a delegation of the South Tyrolean Parliament

“South Tyrolean autonomy must not be undermined” / Picture: © Vindobona.org

“South Tyrolean autonomy and all the achievements linked to it are internationally recognised and have an important model function. It is therefore unthinkable that these achievements could be undermined by way of budget cuts – even in times of economic crisis. Wherever the rights that have been guaranteed to the people of South Tyrol are being questioned, they will be able to rely…