Create crises diplomatically: Meinl-Reisinger under criticism!

Create crises diplomatically: Meinl-Reisinger under criticism!

Laimgrubengasse 10, 1060 Wien, Österreich - In a heated debate, NaBg. Dr. Susanne Fürst from the FPÖ sharply criticized the statements of the Neos Secretary of State Edtstadler with regard to Austria's neutrality. In a statement, Fürst emphasized that Meinl-Reisinger's behavior was not only based on ignorance of the constitution and the neutrality law, but also disregarded the diplomatic customs of a foreign minister, such as ots.at Fürst also demanded that the minister should take Austria's “constant neutrality” anchored in the Federal Constitutional Act seriously, which can protect against military aggression through serious national defense.

"The modern neutrality experienced under black and green government has failed," added Fürst. She accused the federal government of promoting new conflicts instead of peace and called for Meinl-Reisinger to devote itself exclusively to create peace negotiations. Their statements support the impression that the current foreign policy of Austria does not comply with diplomatic standards or take the necessary steps to maintain peace. Article 1 of the Austrian Federal Constitutional Act, which defines the permanent neutrality of the country, should serve as a fundamental directive, such as Bundesag.de

The accusation that the minister takes more on her public picture than about the actual diplomacy could endanger both the confidence in the government and the international reputation of Austria. The persistent crisis in Ukraine underlines the need for Austria to draw a clear line in its foreign policy and actively stand up for peace instead of being involved in conflicts.