VIENNA, February, 2011

Mayor of Vienna
“Looking at the historical record and contemplating future global challenges, we have to conclude that to develop ever closer ties is not only desirable from a political point of view, it also makes good economic sense and will work to the advantage of all partners involved. In this context, I hope that an economic-historical overview may also provide some pointers for the successful design and implementation of a joint Danube Strategy. A long–term view of economic relations within the region shows that these relations have been characterised by a specific complementarity.” stated Dr. Michael Häupl – Mayor of Vienna while receiving Lord Mayor of Ulm Ivo Gönner and the General Coordinator of the Council of Danube Cities and Regions Peter Langer.