Linke on the economy

The Left wants to set up an economic fund that supports companies in restructuring through long-term loans or in exchange for equity stakes. The money would be tied to collective bargaining coverage, location guarantees, and public-interest production. The platform aims to replace subsidies with investments and pursue an active industrial policy.

The Left wants to create a fund for the economy. The fund gives companies loans or buys a share in them. In return, companies must pay union-agreed wages and stay in the region. Workers should be allowed to take over companies in crisis.

The fund would serve industry, mid-sized firms, and skilled trades, for example for climate-friendly restructuring, new production methods, and startups. It would reinvest profits from loans and stakes in order to sustain itself permanently. Companies could themselves contribute to the fund financially or through projects. Employees, unions, academia, and municipalities would share in decisions on managing the fund and its investments. If a company falls into crisis, its workers would have the right to take it over collectively or as a cooperative. Every grant would be linked to training programs.

The Left wants to support industry's shift to climate-neutral production with a state program. Small and medium-sized companies would get grants and interest-free loans. The transition is to be steered democratically and backed by social protections.

The Left wants a funding program for industry. Small and mid-sized companies get money for climate protection. They also get loans without interest. No one should lose their job in the change without help.

The program "Climate Protection in Industry" would offer grants for climate projects and long-term, interest-free loans for new production methods. It is paired with investment in power and hydrogen grids, charging points and digital connections. Value creation is to stay in the state, with stronger co-determination and less dependence on international corporations. Wind and solar power are meant to bring new jobs and lower regional electricity prices. Transition companies (Überleitungsgesellschaften) would secure employment and retraining during structural change.

The Left wants to shift Saxony-Anhalt's auto industry, with about 30,000 workers, toward sustainable production. Companies would get support for investment and innovation, and key suppliers would get a rescue fund.

About 30,000 people work in the car industry in the state. The Left wants to help these companies change. They should make more for electric cars and rail. Important supplier companies should get help in a crisis.

Production is to be broadened, for example with battery technology, electric mobility, lightweight construction and rail technology. The state would support companies with energy-efficient processes, research and new markets. Networks with universities, research institutes and suppliers are meant to accompany the change. Short supply chains and local manufacturing are supposed to reduce dependence on international corporations.

The Left wants to support the chemical and basic materials industry in moving to climate-neutral processes. Energy and CO₂ costs would be lowered during the transition, subject to conditions. A statewide hydrogen network would be built, in public ownership if needed.

The chemical industry is very important for Saxony-Anhalt. The Left wants to help it change. Energy should cost these companies less during that time. In return, they must protect jobs and sites. The state should build a hydrogen network.

Lower energy and CO₂ costs would be tied to good working conditions, climate protection and secure sites. Binding transformation contracts would lay down guarantees for investment and employment. Electrochemistry and green basic materials would be promoted. Plants are not to close without a prospect for jobs and know-how. The public sector and research would accompany companies in switching to circular processes.

The Left wants to support the skilled trades with a state program called "Handwerk 2035." Master craftsman training would become free, and public contracts would go to local businesses. The platform sees the trades as key to the social and ecological transition.

The Left wants a program to support skilled trade businesses. Training to become a master craftsman should be free. Students should do required internships. The state should give contracts to businesses from the region.

The state program would pay for investment in climate-neutral production, energy efficiency and digital tools. Schools would prepare students for careers early and hands-on, with mandatory internships. When owners retire, takeovers by employees, for example as a cooperative, would be supported. Further training would focus on building renovation, photovoltaics and heating technology.

The Left wants to support engineering companies that switch to new products such as battery storage or heat pumps. Investment in modern manufacturing would be subsidized directly, and supply chains secured regionally and within Europe.

Machine building has a long history in the state. The Left wants to support companies that make new things. For example, battery storage or heat pumps. Important parts should come from the region or from Europe.

Support would also cover making equipment for data centers in the AI economy. Direct funding is planned for modern manufacturing methods, energy storage and automation. Critical components are to be produced in the region and in Europe to reduce dependencies. The platform cites high energy prices, competition and pressure from climate change as reasons.

The Left wants to use state funds to make tourism and hospitality more resilient. Plans include a program for heat and flood protection, investment aid for restaurants, and tying subsidies to local providers and social standards.

The Left wants to support tourism and restaurants. A program should protect against heat and floods. Restaurants get money for new equipment and energy-saving technology. Buses and trains should reach tourist places more easily.

The state program would also cover cycling and hiking trails, infrastructure in natural areas and adapted visitor management. Cultural and nature tourism would be supported year-round, along with offers for young people and school groups. To attract new staff, the platform plans mandatory student internships, hands-on school modules and training drives in hotels and restaurants. Investment aid would also apply in rural areas.