NRW financial expert: Warning about AfD protects economy

NRW financial expert: Warning about AfD protects economy

According to tagesschau.de, in an article from January 30, 2024 at 4:00 p.m., corporations in North Rhine-Westphalia are concerned about the rise of the right-wing extremist AfD party. Economists and company bosses are calling on businesses to take a clear stand and publicly position themselves against right-wing extremism. The AfD's plans are seen as a threat to the German economy as they endanger democracy, the rule of law, freedom of expression and human rights. Companies like Evonik and Eon warn that the party is questioning climate change and thus threatening Germany's economic future and performance.

According to a report by www.tagesschau.de, more than 50 German companies, including Deutsche Telekom and Thyssenkrupp, have now warned about right-wing extremist forces and emphasized that they pose a threat to the country's democracy and economic performance. Board members and managing directors make their positions regarding the AfD publicly clear on social media and in interviews. The AfD plans could endanger not only democracy, but also economic performance and thus jobs in Germany.

The AfD's apparent growing importance could lead to foreign professionals turning away from Germany in the face of an uncertain and even hostile political environment. The instability and uncertainty in the economic future for foreign investors is also a possible consequence. The positioning of companies and business associations is a clear signal to the market, as well as to the political parties, that economic stakeholders will stand up against extreme anti-business political measures.