The economic model of Austria is based on the principles of
An especially productive atmosphere of co-operation between various interest groups and political parties prevails in Austria.
The Social Partnership is distinct to Austria and in practice extends to all areas of economic and social politics. Austria sets an example for the comprehensive and co-ordinated co-operation between different interest groups.
The Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKÖ)
Austrian Chamber of Agriculture (LK)
Austrian Federal Chamber of Labour (in German)
Austrian Trade Union Association (in German)
These chambers are the legal representatives with mandatory membership for entrepreneurs or employees. The Austrian Trade Union Association offers optional membership.