Austria's role in the world: a call to new vision and responsibility!

Austria's role in the world: a call to new vision and responsibility!

Laimgrubengasse 10, 1060 Wien, Österreich - The failed coalition negotiations between the FPÖ and the ÖVP have made relief in Austria. Lukas Wank, Managing Director of AG Global Responsibility, emphasizes that this failure represents the chance for Austria to preserve an important role in international cooperation. Wank criticizes the planned policy measures of the two parties as a threat to civil society and human rights -based development cooperation. Instead, he demands clear visions for Austria's role on the international stage in order to be able to actively participate in peace processes as a neutral state. This course would not only strengthen Austria, but also help the affected countries in the global south to live in perspective and to cope with crises, such as world views reported.

development policy coherence required

Wank, who has been working as head of the AG Global responsibility since April, calls for a coherent development policy strategy that includes all government departments. According to Wank, the three -year plan for developmental cooperation adopted by the government offers a good basis. He emphasizes that sustainable politics is necessary to avoid the negative effects of EU agricultural policy on the construction of sustainable agriculture in other countries. Humanitarian aid must also go beyond mere allocation of money and develop measures to strengthen the resistance of the affected regions. This innovative procedure is crucial in order to manage the social challenges that arise from the climate crisis and the global conflicts, continues Wank.

In addition, Wank criticizes the lack of support for civil society in many countries, where NGOs are often hindered by restrictive laws. "Civil society work is a fundamental pillar of our societies," he emphasizes the need for a clear political signal from Europe. Wank also sees the need to achieve the internationally agreed 0.7 percent of the gross national product for development aid in order to tackle poverty and hunger worldwide. The current 0.39 percent are inadequate, especially compared to other donors. According to Wank, it is crucial that all states make their share in order to make real changes.