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Friday, September 20, 2024

Habeck Criticizes Söder and Lindner

Published: 2024-08-20

In a recent public dialogue held at the Ministry of Economic Affairs in Berlin, German Economy Minister Robert Habeck launched a verbal attack on Bavarian Premier Markus Söder and Finance Minister Christian Lindner.

Habeck criticized Söder for his stance on energy policies, particularly regarding the development of a hydrogen network, labeling his approach as "deeply ignorant.

" He argued that Bavaria relies heavily on energy from other parts of Germany and should be grateful for the support it receives.

Habeck also took a jab at Lindner, stating that if he were ever to become Chancellor, Lindner would not serve as Finance Minister.

This event marks Habeck's return to the political scene after a summer break, as he positions himself as a potential Green Party candidate for Chancellor in the upcoming elections.

The dialogue also saw a sharp retort from CSU General Secretary Martin Huber, who accused Habeck of being the worst Economy Minister in Germany's history and of harboring an anti-Bavarian sentiment.