Chemical and steel industries may receive exceptions from climate regulations, according to Haseloff's proposal.
In a recent statement, Saxony-Anhalt's Minister President Reiner Haseloff has expressed concerns over the EU's current sustainability strategy, claiming it is causing the end of certain productions and threatening the economic stability of the region.
Haseloff, the longest-serving Minister President in Germany, has questioned the wisdom of relying on foreign countries like Russia and China for steel and chemistry, respectively. He has also called for the EU Commission to revise the decision to ban new vehicles with internal combustion engines from 2035.
The Minister President's concerns extend to the Chemical Triangle of Halle an der Saale and the automotive supply industry. He attributes the closure of parts of Dow Chemical's plants in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt to a long-standing failed European climate policy.
Haseloff has suggested the addition of "factor resilience" to supplement climate goals, aiming to strike a balance between environmental protection and economic stability. He asserts that the EU's current sustainability strategy must stop, as it is leading to suicide for certain industries.
While historical records show Haseloff's advocacy for exemptions or more lenient climate regulations for sectors like chemical and steel industries, citing economic importance, competitiveness, and technical challenges, the most up-to-date and precise arguments from Haseloff can be found in his recent official statements, interviews, or press releases from Saxony-Anhalt's government or reputable news sources.
Despite his announcement that he will not run for the state election next year, Haseloff continues to be a vocal advocate for his region, pushing for policies that he believes will protect the economic and environmental future of Saxony-Anhalt.
