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2024-09-04 09:00:08
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Energy-intensive Industry: Merz warns traffic light coalition endangers industrial companies' existence

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Union faction leader Merz has cautioned that the economic policies of the traffic light coalition pose a threat to the survival of many industrial companies. The high electricity prices are undermining the competitiveness of steelworks such as Georgsmarienhütte and car manufacturers like Volkswagen.

Merz blames the federal government for Germany's recession and criticizes the lack of competitiveness at German locations. Furthermore, the European trade union warns of the migration of green jobs outside of Europe, posing a potential crisis in industries such as automotive and basic metals.

The union also expresses concern over Europe's steel production and calls for new measures to address overcapacity and strategic importance.

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