Vienna (OTS) – “The Chamber of Commerce is clearly committed to the sustainability of economic activity. However, the idea of ensuring this with a supply chain law in its current form is not a practical way to achieve this goal. Rather, the law would present companies with insoluble challenges that would massively weaken the European … Read more
From . – 02/09/2024 11:51 a.m. (act. 02/09/2024 8:47 p.m.) An increased number of rat sightings in Vienna are reported. ©Pixabay (subject) Pests pose a serious threat: bedbugs can affect both humans and animals, cockroaches are considered potential vectors of disease and can contaminate food, rats are often carriers of various pathogens and can contribute … Read more
Schengen-Air first important joint step Vienna (OTS) – Romania and Bulgaria are important economic partners for Austria’s economy; our companies are the second most important foreign investor in both countries and have important sales markets in the region. The WKÖ therefore welcomes the current agreement with regard to Schengen Air as an important joint step. … Read more
“Austria can no longer be the World Labor Office and World Social Office” Vienna (OTS) – “The unemployment rate rose massively throughout this year, especially among foreign nationals, and it is precisely in such a situation that the WKO President now wants to weaken the provisions of the red-white-red card and bring even more ‘skilled … Read more
October 31, 2023, 986 characters Vienna (OTS) – “Whether electronically, card or cash – people in Austria decide how they pay,” says Franz Rudorfer, managing director of the federal banking and insurance division in the Austrian Economic Chamber (WKÖ). With this, the Austrian banks are once again emphasizing the importance of freedom of choice when … Read more
Reject inheritance tax as poison for the middle class Vienna (OTS) – Finance Minister Brunner emphasized in today’s press hour that profits are not a bad thing. They indicate a healthy business location. “This is the only way jobs can be created and maintained and, ultimately, taxes and duties can be raised. This is the … Read more