English version: Resilience in the Chemical, Pharmaceutical, and Raw Materials Extraction Industries

This summary demonstrates why economic stability requires a strong industrial base, a reliable political framework and secure, well-paid jobs. The economic and geopolitical developments of recent years have clearly shown how vulnerable globally interconnected industrial and supply systems can be. Against this backdrop, the study examines the role of the chemical, pharmaceutical and raw materials industries – three pillars of industry in Germany and Europe – from the perspective of resilience.

The summary provides a concise overview of key challenges and specific case studies from the sectors, and highlights the strategic responses that are now required.