Economy at the limit: building bridges and reducing bureaucracy!

In a current discussion about the challenges of the German economy, leaders of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) Middle Lower Rhine emphasize the need to exchange intensive exchange between politics and business. Elmar Te New, President of the IHK, pointed out that the "Düsseldorf alliance for the Lower Rhine" was founded in order to work across the faction for the location conditions of the region. These initiatives aim to discuss the current economic challenges and to find possible solutions, such as The Erft-kurier reported.

te new commented that the economy does not feel any impulses from abroad and that progress slowly progresses in infrastructure projects and bureaucracy. The tense situation is reinforced by a significant shortage of skilled workers, which causes many medium -sized companies to refrain from layoffs despite the poor order situation. Planned job cuts in large companies illustrate the dwindling competitiveness of the companies and thereby receive political attention.

infrastructure and reduction in bureaucracy in focus

Two important infrastructure projects are particularly emphasized: the replacement of the dilapidated Rheinbrücke between Krefeld and Duisburg as well as the Cardinal Frings Bridge between Düsseldorf and Neuss. While the Uerdinger Rheinbrücke can only carry vehicles up to 30 tons, the weight restriction of the Cardinal Frings Bridge is only 7.5 tons. IHK Vice President Dr. Claus Schwenzer urged a possible loss of competitiveness, while other members of the IHK Presidium contact NRW Transport Minister and Prime Minister to obtain accelerated replacement buildings.

The discussion also revolves around the bureaucracy and the complexity of state processes that are perceived as stressful for companies. The state government decided to improve the bureaucratization and the acceleration process to improve the location conditions. This includes the cancellation of reporting obligations, faster approval procedures and the introduction of practical checks. Nevertheless, IHK general manager Jürgen Steinmetz expressed doubts about the ability to implement these necessary changes.

In addition, high energy prices, a shortage of skilled workers and growing bureaucracy burden German companies. According to a report by FOC , many companies complain about personal bottlenecks and high energy costs and Saxple load. These problems can be seen as a consequence of the political traffic light government in the past three years, especially due to failed reforms. The continued demographic change additionally strengthens the shortage of skilled workers.

falling productivity in Germany, while it increases in the USA, leads to a decreasing attractiveness of Germany. Companies have difficulty adapting their costs to the sales situation, which is still exacerbated by increasing labor costs. Technological innovations and strategic differentiation are necessary to ensure competitiveness. Suggestions for the political promotion of the renewal process include less regulation and bureaucracy as well as more personal responsibility and market economy.