The chancellor proposes mandatory coverage for natural disasters.

Inundation - The chancellor proposes mandatory coverage for natural disasters.

Hendrik Wüst, the minister president of NRW and a member of the CDU, is pressuring Olaf Scholz, the SPD's chancellor, to follow through on his promise for mandatory insurance toward natural disasters. "It's been raining cats and dogs in Germany, but Scholz just stands there without an umbrella," Wüst told the German Press Agency on Monday.

Such extreme weather events will continue to be a part of daily life in Germany, Wüst believes, making it imperative to take a proactive fiscal approach. He added, "Scholz has already stated his support for implementing this as Finance Minister and Chancellor. It's also a question of leadership skills. Will Scholz be able to keep his word and react to these floods effectively?"

According to Wüst, Germany's states are in agreement about the need for this insurance, placing the responsibility on Scholz and the traffic light coalition to act. "If Scholz introduces a mandatory insurance for natural disasters, people would feel more secure, knowing their finances won't be wiped out in the event of an emergency," Wüst explains. "And, naturally, this policy could save Germany's taxpayers money. After so many years of inaction, we can't afford another postponement."

State leaders will gather with Scholz on June 20th to discuss the possible implementation of this insurance. "If we humans won't do anything to stop climate change, at least we can take measures to minimize our losses," Wüst commented. "The situation in South Germany's flooding is a stark reminder that we should seize this opportunity to act."

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1. Despite the ongoing discussions, Olaf Scholz, as the chancellor, has yet to implement compulsory insurance for natural disasters, prompting criticism from Southern Germany's CDU leader, Hendrik Wüst.
2. Wüst, the minister president of North Rhine-Westphalia, emphasized the urgency of this matter, citing the frequent occurrence of natural hazards like floods and storms in Germany.
3. The German Press Agency reported that Wüst cited the need for Scholz and the traffic light coalition to take action, as the states have agreed on the importance of this insurance.
4. Wüst further emphasized the potential benefits of such a policy, stating that it would provide a sense of security to the German population and potentially save taxpayers' money.
5. Expressing concerns about the environmental implications, Wüst stressed the need for human action to mitigate losses from natural disasters, citing the recent flooding in Southern Germany as a stark reminder.
6. Meanwhile, insurances are bracing for an increase in claims due to these extreme weather events, highlighting the need for a proactive approach.
7. As the chancellor, Scholz's ability to address these challenges effectively and keep his promises will be closely watched, influencing public perception and confidence in his leadership.

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