Merz gives clear priority to economic recovery over environmental protection - Germany loosens environmental rules to boost lagging economy
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced significant changes to Germany’s environmental regulations. The government will ease restrictions on infrastructure projects, including road construction, to stimulate the economy. Merz made this clear following coalition discussions, asserting that economic recovery should be prioritized.
Merz revealed the policy shift after deliberations in the coalition committee. He argued that stringent environmental rules had hindered economic growth for too long, stating that this had become 'detrimental to democracy.'
The new policy will simplify the approval process for road construction and other major projects. Merz has positioned this decision as crucial for Germany’s economic future. The government now faces the challenge of harmonizing industrial growth with its remaining climate pledges.
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