Trump and Europe: Is the crushing war threatening?
Trump and Europe: Is the crushing war threatening?
The economic connections between the USA and the Salzkammergut are faced with an uncertain future, since Donald Trump was introduced to office today as 47th President of the United States. According to orf.at export Salzburg companies every year were worth one billion euros to the USA, with special attention to the Sulzau ironworks in Werfen-Tenneck, which is one of the leading manufacturers of rollers for steel processing. Managing Director Georg Hemetsberger expressed concerns about the possible effects of new tariffs on existing contracts: "It is about who bears these costs at any customs - we or the customers." Despite these challenges, there is hope for a customs exemption; While Trump's first term in office, the Salzburg companies were largely spared because the need in the United States can hardly be covered from its own production.
international reactions
While Trump takes up his official business, international leading politicians express congratulations and concern. The British Prime Minister Keir Strander congratulated, while German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasizes that the United States is crucial for stability in Europe: "We need stable relationships with the USA," said Scholz, like Sn.at reported. In an internal report, the German ambassador in the United States warned that Trump's agenda could lead to a concentration of power with the president and endanger democratic principles. French and Hungarian politicians also address the challenges that Trump's politics could bring with them. François Bayrou warned that Europe had to offer Trump together in order not to be "crushed".
The qualitative reactions to Trump's renewed presidency are also reflected in the voices from Austria. For example, the SPÖ is calling for a positive counter -positioning Europe to Trump's politics, while NEOS point out the chance for a stronger and sovereign Europe. Critical voices, such as those of the Greens, emphasize Trump's disregard for democratic principles and fear destabilization by his “America First” policy. In the midst of all these political explanations, Pope Francis Trump, who is often criticized for his controversial views, wishes "wisdom and strength" for a just society.
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