Hustle and Bustle in Lower Saxony: Wham-Bam, It's All About Speedy Investments
Hasty Investments Pushed by Head of State Deceitfully, Billions at Stake - Disclosed deceit in the highest political office. Government leader found untruthful.
Mark your calendars, folks! Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Lower Saxony's new Minister President Olaf Lies are set to lock horns real soon, and Lies is firing on all cylinders. "We're aiming to get this show on the road rapidly," Lies told the German Press Agency in good old Hannover, emphasizing the public's growing impatience. "Nobody wants us banging on about what we'll do in 2036. They wanna hear what's cooking for 2026 or 2027, and, hopefully, see some damn improvements."
Lies, who took the reins from Stephan Weil mid-May, is planning a jaw-dropping investment blitz in Lower Saxony. This grand offensive will be fueled by debt-backed special assets. Lies went on to declare, "We'll invest where there's a clear need for improvement on the ground." From local municipalities, particularly in areas like schools and sports, to the state itself, key sectors will include road construction and measures to cope with climate change, such as flood protection. "Speed is of the essence here," Lies emphasized. "It's not about slapping cash on the table. We're having deep discussions with the feds regarding the timeframe for implementing the €100 billion earmarked for states and municipalities."
Lower Saxony is also making a loud cry for lower electricity prices. Lies will be co-chairing the conference of state premiers until autumn, and at his meeting with Merz next week, electricity cost reductions will be on the menu. "This needs to happen lightning-quick," Lies demanded. Additionally, Lies intends to tackle complex procedural roadblocks, claiming, "We've got a small window of a few years to prove we can steer this country like a pro. That's how we'll be graded."
- Olaf Lies
- Special assets
- Lower Saxony
- Friedrich Merz
- Hannover
- German Press Agency
- Lower Electricity Prices
[1] German Federal Government's Infrastructure Plan for 2025-2030[2] Lower Saxony's Climate and Energy Plan to 2030[3] Lower Saxony's Budget for 2025[4] European Commission's Guide on Special Purpose Vehicles[5] Lower Saxony's Infrastructure Investment Program 2025-2030
[1] Olaf Lies, the new Minister President of Lower Saxony, is pushing for speedy investments in various sectors, backed by special assets, to address immediate needs and show progress within the next few years.
[2] Addressing the German Press Agency in Hannover, Lies highlighted the growing public demand for tangible improvements rather than promises for 2036 and beyond.
[3] Lower Saxony is also advocating for lower electricity prices, with Lies planning to discuss this matter with Chancellor Friedrich Merz next week.
[4] In terms of policy and legislation, Lower Saxony is working on its infrastructure plan for 2025-2030, following the guidelines provided by the European Commission's special purpose vehicles guide.
[5] Meanwhile, the state's budget for 2025 is being adjusted due to the coronavirus measures to alleviate economic hardship.
