Government negotiations: Tax issues and budget consolidation in focus

Government negotiations: Tax issues and budget consolidation in focus

Vienna, Österreich - Negotiations on a new government program from ÖVP, SPÖ and Neos are taking up speed after the recent meetings have shown promising progress. According to the report of vienna.at there is already an agreement via an "integration package", which, among other things, provides for faster access to the labor market and benefits for kind for asylum seekers. In addition, parts of the social security reform of turquoise blue are likely to be revised. A crucial point this week is the guarantee of quick doctor's appointments, and a reform of the powers of instructions in the judiciary is also on the agenda. By December 12th, all sub -groups should complete their negotiations in order to receive a clear overview of the open questions.

In addition, Sn.at that the coalition talks gain trip, with the financial challenges still playing a central role. Chancellor Karl Nehammer has not excluded tax increases to consolidate the budget, which already ensures discussions internally. The ÖVP's economic association strictly rejects new financial burdens and instead demands a growth-promoting environment to strengthen Austria. The party presidents emphasized that a clear strategy for budget consolidation, taking into account the economic stimulation. The upcoming discussions at the top level should define the further steps in the coming days.