Bystron sounds the alarm: Brussels' tariffs are endangering the German economy!

Bystron sounds the alarm: Brussels' tariffs are endangering the German economy!

AfD MP Petr Bystron sharply criticized the current EU economic policy in the European Parliament's Consumer Protection Committee. He referred to the statements of BMW CEO Oliver Zipse, who explained: “The highest tariffs do not come from Washington – but from Brussels.” Bystron warned of the negative consequences of increasing interventions in the European internal market and criticized the ideologically motivated regulation, which places a heavy burden on export-oriented industries, especially in Germany.

In his speech, Bystron emphasized that the new tariffs and regulations from Brussels are making the competitiveness of German companies significantly more difficult. A central topic in his criticism was the Russia embargo, which, in his opinion, has significantly increased the price of energy. The rise in oil and gas prices is a direct result of ideological decisions by the EU, which are particularly placing a heavy burden on energy-intensive industries such as aluminum and chemical production.

Consequences for the industry

Inflation across the entire value chain also has an impact on the German automotive industry. Bystron pointed to the decline in car production at Mercedes Benz as evidence of the negative consequences of Brussels' market interventions. In Stuttgart there was an alarming 47 percent drop in trade tax revenue, highlighting the region's financial strain. Bystron emphasized that the economic policy decisions of the EU Commission should be viewed as a risk factor for German industry.

He called for a course correction in EU policy and made it clear that the EU should focus on its own role rather than blaming external factors such as US policy for economic difficulties in Europe. Bystron noted that the economic problems in Europe are largely caused by market interventions by the EU Commission.

Sanctions against Russia

Another important aspect is the current sanctions against Russia. According to information on the website of the Federal Ministry of Economics, new regulations were introduced in the 14th sanctions package that ban transport companies from operating. Companies affected are those that are at least 25 percent owned by a Russian person or organization. There are also parallel regulations that apply to Belarusian owners.

The new regulations are aimed directly at the transport companies concerned, not at companies that use their services. Caution should be exercised when aware of possible impacts, although there is no obligation for companies to check the ownership of the transport companies. Nevertheless, violations of the ban can result in significant legal difficulties.

Overall, it appears that the EU's economic and political decisions face complex challenges that affect both industry and international trade relations. Dialogue on necessary adjustments and reforms will therefore be crucial to counteract future crises.