Vienna introduces a large change process with the upswing coalition!
Vienna introduces a large change process with the upswing coalition!
Wien, Österreich - On June 3, 2025, SPÖ Mayor Michael Ludwig and Neos Vice Mayor Bettina Emmerling presented the new government program in the coat of arms hall of the Vienna City Hall, which is called "upswing coalition". The extensive program comprises 191 pages and is intended in response to the current challenges of the city. It should create a stable framework for the city government after the election in April.
The planned measures aim to strengthen Vienna as a business location and focus on clear focus on digitization, technology and active labor market policy. The most important projects include investments in artificial intelligence and the expansion of the Life Science Center. In addition, the coalition plans to apply Vienna as the venue for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026.
climate protection and social measures
A central goal of the coalition is to achieve Vienna's climate neutrality by 2040. For this purpose, extensive measures have already been set, including the expansion of photovoltaics, geothermal energy and the creation of 400,000 square meters of new parking and green areas. The continuation of the expansion of urban cycle paths, especially on the ring road, is also on the agenda.
By developing a “Viennese integration code”, clear rules and values for living together in the city are intended to determine. This also provides for a mandatory duty of kindergarten for 30 hours a week for children with increased language support. In order to counteract the shortage of skilled workers in elementary pedagogy, facilitates should be introduced for the career entry for specialists, supplemented by the promotion of the German language in daycare centers.
investments and necessary reforms
In view of the tense budget situation, austerity measures in the form of structural reforms and the evaluation of grants are also planned in view of the tense budget situation. The coalition has agreed to consolidate the budget situation, while investments are continued in important infrastructure projects. These include the establishment of a competence center for cyber security and the promotion of artificial intelligence and machine learning.Another big step is the planned reform of the Viennese minimum security, which is to benefit families with children in particular. The creation of outpatient health offers and the improvement of regional health centers are also on the agenda. The modernization of the hospital infrastructure is also part of the program.
an outlook on the next steps
SPÖ and NEOS have 53 out of 100 mandates in the local council, which ensures a strong position for their coalition. The constituent session of the new committee will take place on June 10th. Before that, both the bodies of the coalition parties and a coordination of the NEOS members to be coordinated next Saturday.
A government monitor should also be introduced in order to continuously monitor the implementation of the various projects. This not only pursues the SPÖ and NEOS ambitious goals, but also a clear strategy to improve the quality of life in Vienna.
Overall, the program shows that the “upswing coalition” is ready to take brave steps to lead Vienna into a successful and livable future.
For more information, read the complete reports at OTS , vienna.at and The press .
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