Germany's Economic Council Demands Urgent State Reforms to Stay Competitive
The German Economic Council has pushed for urgent reforms to modernise the state. A new position paper demands changes in administration, regulations, and decision-making to better serve businesses and citizens. The proposals will be presented on Tuesday at the council’s Economic Forum. The council’s paper calls for a complete overhaul of how the state operates. It stresses the need for an efficient, transparent, and digitally connected government. Without these changes, Germany risks losing its competitiveness as a business hub.
Wolfgang Steiger, the council’s secretary-general, warned that discussions alone are no longer enough. He urged immediate action to streamline and digitise administration, restoring the state’s ability to function effectively. The paper also insists on regular reviews of state responsibilities and spending, prioritising areas like the rule of law, education, and digital sovereignty.
On Tuesday, the proposals will be formally introduced to Philipp Amthor, the parliamentary state secretary at the Digital Ministry. The council’s message is clear: reforms must move from planning to implementation without delay. The Economic Council’s paper outlines concrete steps to modernise Germany’s state structures. If adopted, the changes would reshape administration, cut unnecessary bureaucracy, and boost digital services. The success of these reforms will depend on swift and decisive action.
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