Who is responsible for Austria's economic success?

Who is responsible for Austria's economic success?

The ninth Millstatt Economic Discussions will take place in Millstatt from April 9th ​​to 12th, 2025 and will address a central question of today: Who is responsible for economic success? The initiators, Prof. Alfons Helmel and Markus Gruber, emphasize that economic success cannot be taken for granted and that it is crucial to define the role of the state and the personal responsibility of companies and citizens. Finanzprokuratur President Wolfgang Peschorn emphasizes: “The expectations of the state are growing, but so are its challenges.” It's about smart framework conditions that should enable the economy, society and individuals to assert themselves in times of crisis ots.at reported.

At the economic talks in Millstatt, over 40 leading minds from business, politics and science come together to discuss the challenges and opportunities for Austria and Europe in global competition. Prominent guests include former German Federal Minister Andreas Scheuer and Erste Bank CEO Gerda Holzinger-Burgstaller. The event offers a forum for debate about non-economic prerequisites for economic success - from solidarity to the required willingness to perform, such as mwg.or.at reported. A central goal of the discussions is to develop new perspectives and create long-term strategies for a sustainable economy.

An exciting topic will be the balance between market and state: How can state protective mechanisms be created without over-regulation becoming a brake on growth? At a time when social values ​​are changing and economic uncertainties are increasing, such discussions are more important than ever. The Millstätter Economic Discussions thus present a unique network and an innovative exchange that encourages participants to look beyond the economic horizon and to develop clear, value-oriented approaches for the future.