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Thuringia secures €2.5 billion for long-overdue upgrades and growth

A decade of transformation begins as Thuringia unlocks billions to modernise its economy. From hospitals to high-speed internet, see where the money flows first.

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Wolf: "Speed counts in investments" - Thuringia secures €2.5 billion for long-overdue upgrades and growth

Thuringia is set to receive €2.5 billion from the German federal government's special fund over the next twelve years. The state plans to use the money to tackle long-delayed projects and boost key areas like digitalisation, healthcare, and transport.

Finance Minister Katja Wolf has stressed the need for quick action to make the most of the funding. A large portion of the funds will go toward clearing backlogs and improving conditions for both residents and businesses.

The federal government's special fund, totalling over €500 billion, aims to support infrastructure, climate protection, and economic transformation across Germany. Thuringia's share of €2.5 billion will be spread out until 2036, with €633 million already earmarked for spending this year and next.

The state is taking a different approach by launching a separate €1 billion programme for local governments, running until 2029. This move ensures that towns and cities receive direct support for their own projects. Among the first investments are €16 million for upgrading the state data centre and €75 million for hospital reforms.

Projects already in planning, such as digitalising healthcare and expanding public transport, will now move forward faster. Minister Wolf will present the full allocation plan to the cabinet on Tuesday, outlining how the funds will fit into the 2026/27 budget.

The federal fund divides its resources between national projects, state-level initiatives, and the Climate and Transformation Fund. For 2025 alone, around €37 billion is planned for areas like rail upgrades, education, and digital infrastructure. Thuringia's share will help address gaps in funding while pushing forward modernisation efforts across the region.

The €2.5 billion injection will allow Thuringia to speed up essential upgrades in security, energy, and education. By spreading the funds over more than a decade, the state aims to create lasting improvements for its economy and public services.

Local governments will also benefit from the dedicated €1 billion programme, ensuring wider access to the federal support. The cabinet's upcoming review will finalise how the money is distributed in the years ahead.

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