Scholz Aims for Industrial Pact Before Year-End
Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to finalize outcomes from industrial summits by mid-December amid economic challenges.
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz has initiated a series of industrial summits to address the ongoing economic crisis in Germany.
- The first summit included representatives from industry associations, unions, and major companies, with subsequent meetings planned.
- Scholz aims to establish a 'Pact for the Industry' with results expected by mid-December, following the federal budget decision on November 29.
- The federal budget's approval is crucial for the continuity of the current coalition government.
- Key coalition partners were not invited to the summits, prompting separate initiatives from the Green Party and FDP.