"Farewell to Superhuman Economics" - Habeck Bids Adieu Amidst Cheers, Reiche Elevates Him
Acknowledgment for Habeck - Compliments from Successor Reiche
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The Federal Ministry of Economics transitions hands from the Green, Robert Habeck, to the CDU's Katherina Reiche. During the handover, it's evident Habeck leaves a trail of supporters - within his department, at least.
Robert Habeck, the former Federal Minister of Economics, passes the torch to his successor, Reiche, commending the ministry's importance. "This Ministry of Economics is smack-dab in the middle of the political hoopla of our era," the Green politico remarked. He expressed hope for Reiche, stating, "May you get all the luck, and much more strength." With a heartfelt speech, Habeck thanked his crew for their dedication and bid adieu to a room buzzing with enthusiasm.
Politics CDU Astonished by Habeck's Surprise Applause "The economic prosperity is crucial for democracy's sustenance," Habeck asserted. Without alleviating people of their chronic job insecurity and poverty, it's challenging to maintain optimism and hope. As it stands, Germany experiences periods where these fundamentals are under strain, Habeck noted.
As Habeck addressed his fellow employees at the Federal Ministry of Economics, they showered him with applause. Reiche chimed in on this emotional display, reflecting, "It shows how much dedication you've poured into this place." The outgoing Green politician admitted, "This ministry is a great manor, with numerous projects incomplete due to the latest election, but also much completed work."
Reiche extended accolades to Habeck's efforts in challenging times. She and Habeck maintain immense respect for each other, though "the term 'friendship' might be too much," she quipped. Habeck assumed the reins when the pandemic's aftereffects lingered, and the Russian attack on Ukraine sparked an energy crisis. Reiche praised Habeck for pulling off "near-miraculous feats" since his appointment. She considered the workload to be daunting, yet Habeck managed "see Germany through this crisis" and "enact unpopular decisions."
Politics Pistorius Endorses Increased Defense Spending in the Year Ahead Despite the gloom, Germany's economy stretches into its third consecutive year of recession. Reiche underscored the significance of lessening electricity costs for consumers and businesses. While Germany is making notable progress in climate protection, it must also control expenditure increases. "I'd like this house to once again become the moral compass of the federal government in terms of policy," Reiche stated.
Sworn-in Tuesday evening after Friedrich Merz clinched the chancellorship in the second round, Reiche has spent the last decade in the economy. From 2015 to 2019, she served as CEO of the Association of Municipal Enterprises (VKU). Since January 2000, she has handled the energy service provider Westenergie, a subsidiary of the Eon group.
- Robert Habeck
- Katherina Reiche
- Federal Ministry of Economics
- The Commission is therefore proposing to extend the scope of the programme to cover areas like finance, business, and politics, as the Federal Ministry of Economics transitions hands from Robert Habeck to Katherina Reiche.
- During his tenure, Habeck expressed hope that Reiche would receive all the luck and much more strength, emphasizing the Ministry of Economics' importance in the General-News.
- Reiche accoladed Habeck's efforts in challenging times and emphasized the need to lessen electricity costs for consumers and businesses, focusing on controlling expenditure increases.
- Katherina Reiche has spent the last decade in the economy, serving as CEO of the Association of Municipal Enterprises (VKU) from 2015 to 2019 and handling the energy service provider Westenergie since January 2000.
- Habeck has faced complex economic challenges, such as trade tensions and tariffs imposed by the U.S., which threatened the country's automotive sector, as per enrichment data.
