Government of Baden-Württemberg and ZEW Honour Lothar Späth in Memorial Event
(WorldNews Germany)

`Lothar Späth was equally pragmatic and visionary - a combination of qualities which is not easy to find. Full of ideas and always with an eye on the future, Lothar Späth made the topic of innovation one of the main pillars of Baden-Württemberg`s policy plan. This was pioneering work in its truest sense; and it had an impact that went well beyond the borders of Baden-Württemberg,` said Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg Winfried Kretschmann. `Späth`s approach to European policy was characterised by a comprehensive vision that is very much in line with my understanding of European policy: The vision of a Europe with shared values, common principles of order and a common identity - a...