Vienna's Mayor, Michael Ludwig, has addressed concerns about the city's security and social policies amidst recent events.

Following a thwarted attack on a Taylor Swift concert, Ludwig emphasized the effective international cooperation of security agencies and the city's resilience against terror threats.

He highlighted Vienna's status as one of the safest cities globally, despite public perception being influenced by isolated incidents.

Ludwig advocates for more visible police presence and suggests financial incentives to attract more officers to the city.

On social policies, he defends Vienna's approach to social welfare, arguing for equal treatment of all children and criticizing the current government's budget management.

Ludwig calls for a unified social security system and stresses the importance of addressing unemployment collaboratively.