"Krone" commentary

Finally understanding what is required

Letter to "Krone" readers: Klaus Herrmann, Managing Editor-in-Chief(Bild: Krone KREATIV/stock.adobe.com)

The " Krone" reported that the Turkish-red-pink negotiations have revealed that they want to step up their game when it comes to integration. For example, parents of pupils who refuse to integrate will be threatened with sanctions and the minimum income will be linked to integration courses. However, eleven weeks after the parliamentary elections, it remains to be seen whether the ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS will even agree on the "Zuckerl" coalition.

In Styria, on the other hand, where elections were held three weeks ago, much more progress has been made in forming a government. Negotiations are approaching the finishing line and on Thursday, Federal President Van der Bellen will have to announce a blue candidate as the new governor of Styria in the Hofburg.

Mario Kunasek, FPÖ Minister of Defense in the Kurz-Strache government, will become the first blue state governor outside of Carinthia with the ÖVP as his partner. The new government - motto "Strong Styria, secure future" - has prescribed a strict integration policy for itself and the state.

There are increasing signs that those in power finally understand and deliver what the voice of the Austrians demands: a policy that sets clear rules for those who have moved here, whether invited or not. And also strictly monitors compliance with these rules.

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