Swearing-In of Doskozil Took Place in Vienna's Hofburg
Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen swore in Hans Peter Doskozil on Friday morning in the presence of Federal Chancellor Alexander Schallenberg (ÖVP). For Doskozil, this is already the fourth swearing-in at the Hofburg - once as Minister of Defense, now the third time as Governor, as Van der Bellen noted. He also congratulated Doskozil on the election outcome and the "quick negotiations" for Red-Green.
Van der Bellen Looked at Burgenland
In his speech, the Federal President referred to the "truly remarkable" development of Burgenland, which was initially the easternmost part of free Western Europe and became a "bridge to the opened European East" after the fall of the Iron Curtain and EU accession. Burgenland has taken advantage of this and has flourished, said Van der Bellen.
In the preamble to the new government program, the state government also commits to a strong Europe. He also highlighted the promotion of renewable energy in Burgenland. "You will bear a lot of responsibility again. I wish you much strength and success," said Van der Bellen.
Family Accompanied Doskozil
The now fourth swearing-in at the Hofburg is not routine, but always "something special," especially since the conversations with the Federal President are "always very pleasant," Doskozil then explained. In the personal conversation, they discussed, among other things, the general political situation.
Doskozil was accompanied not only by his family and staff but also by the Eisenstadt Diocesan Bishop Ägidius Zsifkovics. "We have a very good relationship with the church," it is important to reflect on traditions and values, explained the governor.
Inaugural Session for Government
Following the swearing-in, Red-Green met in Eisenstadt for the first government session, where Doskozil swore in Deputy Governor Anja Haider-Wallner (Green) and the state councilors Heinrich Dorner, Leonhard Schneemann, and Daniela Winkler (all SPÖ) on the federal constitution. Additionally, the new division of responsibilities was decided.
As announced, Haider-Wallner takes over the agendas of nature, environmental and climate protection, animal protection, agriculture, energy, village renewal, and consumer protection from her predecessor Astrid Eisenkopf (SPÖ). Municipalities and elections are transferred to Schneemann, who also remains responsible for economy, labor, social affairs, and care. The women's agendas are added to Education State Councilor Winkler. Dorner, like Doskozil, remains with his previous responsibilities. The governor will deliver his government declaration at the next state parliament session, which is planned for February 20.
(APA/Red)
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