Criticism of the plans for the future of Swiss transport by 2045
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The Swiss Federal Council has presented its plans for the development of national transport infrastructure up to the year 2045. The goal is to adapt the transport network to the long-term needs of the population and the economy. However, the project is already causing debate.
The industry association "Auto Schweiz" has now voiced sharp criticism of these plans. At a press conference, the association declared that the federal government's strategy is out of touch with reality. According to "Auto Schweiz," the proposals do not sufficiently take into account the actual mobility needs of the Swiss population.
A central point of criticism is the government's setting of priorities. The association complains that the planned measures neglect the needs of motorists and the necessary expansion of road infrastructure. From the critics' point of view, it is important that Switzerland maintains a high-performance road network in the future in order to secure its position as a business location.
The debate over the mobility of the future thus remains an important topic in Swiss politics. While the Federal Council is focusing on long-term planning, interest groups are calling for greater consideration of current usage habits. It remains to be seen how the government will respond to this criticism and whether the plans for the year 2045 will be adjusted.
Sources: AUTO&Wirtschaft
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